For a wedding with 38 guests in the Bellingham WA, the estimated total cost is around $25,580 - $31,264. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bellingham WA is approximately $748. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,580 - $31,264.
The average wedding cost in Bellingham WA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,580 - $31,264 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bellingham WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $345 - $421. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $356 - $436.
In Bellingham WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,960 - $2,396. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,822 - $3,450 |
11.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$345 - $421 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$161 - $197 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$356 - $436 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,960 - $2,396 |
7.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Bellingham WA is $154 - $188. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bellingham WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Bellingham WA, you should budget approximately $5,760 - $7,040, which is about 22.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,760 - $7,040 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$790 - $966 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,511 - $1,847 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,912 - $3,560 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$546 - $668 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,960 - $2,396. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,960 - $2,396 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$572 - $700 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$263 - $321 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$801 - $979 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$214 - $262 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $130 - $158.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$130 - $158 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$130 - $158 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $136 - $166. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$136 - $166 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,012 - $1,236, which is about 4.0% 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 $637 - $779, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,109 - $7,467 |
23.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,460 - $5,452 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$637 - $779 |
2.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bellingham WA area is $284 - $347. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$284 - $347 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$284 - $347 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $851 - $1,040.
| Other Events Cost |
$851 - $1,040 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$851 - $1,040 |
3.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$448 - $548 |
1.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$448 - $548 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Bellingham WA spend between $6,926 - $8,466 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bellingham WA with 38 guests spend between $3,134 - $3,830 on wedding photography, which is about 12.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bellingham WA is $2,392 - $2,924. This makes up a portion of your (9.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,926 - $8,466 |
27.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$322 - $394 |
1.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$428 - $524 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$650 - $794 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,134 - $3,830 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,392 - $2,924 |
9.4% |