For a wedding with 175 guests in the Cedar Falls IA, the estimated total cost is around $36,794 - $44,970. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cedar Falls IA is approximately $234. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,794 - $44,970.
The average wedding cost in Cedar Falls IA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,794 - $44,970 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $224 - $274. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $238 - $290.
In Cedar Falls IA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,344 - $1,642. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,905 - $2,329 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,344 - $1,642 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Cedar Falls IA is $660 - $806. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cedar Falls IA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$660 - $806 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$660 - $806 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cedar Falls IA is $54 - $66. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,128 - $1,378, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cedar Falls IA area is $1,128 - $1,378.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,128 - $1,378 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,128 - $1,378 |
3.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Cedar Falls IA, you should budget approximately $20,960 - $25,618, which is about 57.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,960 - $25,618 |
57.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,580 - $4,376 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,968 - $8,516 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,884 - $9,636 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,528 - $3,090 |
6.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,462 - $3,010. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,462 - $3,010 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$422 - $516 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$827 - $1,011 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$522 - $638 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,059 - $1,295.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,059 - $1,295 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$579 - $707 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $934 - $1,142. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$934 - $1,142 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $787 - $961, which is about 2.1% 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 $468 - $572, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,627 - $1,989 |
4.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$787 - $961 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$468 - $572 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cedar Falls IA area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $846 - $1,034.
| Other Events Cost |
$846 - $1,034 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$846 - $1,034 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA spend between $4,527 - $5,533 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cedar Falls IA with 175 guests spend between $2,586 - $3,160 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cedar Falls IA is $1,941 - $2,373. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,527 - $5,533 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,586 - $3,160 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,941 - $2,373 |
5.3% |