For a wedding with 250 guests in the Des Moines IA, the estimated total cost is around $48,214 - $58,928. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Des Moines IA is approximately $214. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,214 - $58,928.
The average wedding cost in Des Moines IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,214 - $58,928 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $196 - $240. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $212 - $260.
In Des Moines IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,160 - $1,418. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,569 - $1,917 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,160 - $1,418 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Des Moines IA is $931 - $1,137. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Des Moines IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$931 - $1,137 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Des Moines IA is $259 - $317. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,185 - $1,449, which is 2.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Des Moines IA area is $1,185 - $1,449.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Des Moines IA, you should budget approximately $26,875 - $32,847, which is about 55.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,875 - $32,847 |
55.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,131 - $6,271 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,892 - $12,090 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,852 - $14,486 |
24.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,949 - $2,383. This accounts for roughly 4.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,949 - $2,383 |
4.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $656 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,391 - $1,700.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,391 - $1,700 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$427 - $521 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,622 - $1,982. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,622 - $1,982 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$267 - $327 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$399 - $487 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $678 - $828, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $411 - $503, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,032 - $4,928 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,943 - $3,597 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$678 - $828 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$411 - $503 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $872 - $1,066.
| Other Events Cost |
$872 - $1,066 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$872 - $1,066 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$397 - $485 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Des Moines IA spend between $5,584 - $6,824 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Des Moines IA with 250 guests spend between $2,693 - $3,291 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Des Moines IA is $2,047 - $2,501. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,584 - $6,824 |
11.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$307 - $375 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$537 - $657 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,693 - $3,291 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,047 - $2,501 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,549 - $1,893.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,549 - $1,893 |
3.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,549 - $1,893 |
3.2% |