For a wedding with 125 guests in the Grundy Center IA, the estimated total cost is around $33,099 - $40,455. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Grundy Center IA is approximately $294. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,099 - $40,455.
The average wedding cost in Grundy Center IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,099 - $40,455 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $263 - $321.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,439 - $1,759. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,815 - $2,219 |
5.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$263 - $321 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,439 - $1,759 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Grundy Center IA is $404 - $494. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Grundy Center IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$404 - $494 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Grundy Center IA is $230 - $282. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,490 - $1,822, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Grundy Center IA area is $1,032 - $1,262.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,490 - $1,822 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,032 - $1,262 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$458 - $560 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Grundy Center IA, you should budget approximately $14,382 - $17,578, which is about 43.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,382 - $17,578 |
43.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,541 - $3,105 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,897 - $5,985 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,394 - $6,592 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,551 - $1,895 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,404 - $2,938. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,404 - $2,938 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$466 - $570 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$285 - $349 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$610 - $746 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$506 - $618 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$324 - $396 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $806 - $985.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$806 - $985 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$353 - $431 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$193 - $235 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $600 - $734. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$600 - $734 |
1.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $820 - $1,002, which is about 2.5% 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 $498 - $608, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,878 - $5,962 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,560 - $4,352 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$820 - $1,002 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$498 - $608 |
1.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $761 - $930.
| Other Events Cost |
$761 - $930 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$761 - $930 |
2.3% |
On average, couples in Grundy Center IA spend between $3,098 - $3,786 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Grundy Center IA with 125 guests spend between $2,348 - $2,870 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,098 - $3,786 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$355 - $433 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,348 - $2,870 |
7.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Grundy Center IA is estimated to be $1,602 - $1,958. This service accounts for 4.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,602 - $1,958 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,602 - $1,958 |
4.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $629 - $769.
| Transportation Cost |
$629 - $769 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$629 - $769 |
1.9% |