For a wedding with 75 guests in the Bellingham, WA, the estimated total cost is around $30,511 - $37,291. 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 $452. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,511 - $37,291.
The average wedding cost in Bellingham, WA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,511 - $37,291 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bellingham WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $211 - $257. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $234 - $286.
In Bellingham WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,286 - $1,572. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,816 - $2,220 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$211 - $257 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$234 - $286 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,286 - $1,572 |
4.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Bellingham, WA is $273 - $333. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$273 - $333 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$273 - $333 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bellingham, WA is $264 - $322. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,514 - $1,850, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bellingham, WA area is $1,019 - $1,245.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,514 - $1,850 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$495 - $605 |
1.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Bellingham, WA, you should budget approximately $8,827 - $10,789, which is about 28.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,827 - $10,789 |
28.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,257 - $1,537 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,441 - $2,983 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,183 - $5,113 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$946 - $1,156 |
3.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,042 - $2,496. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,042 - $2,496 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$486 - $594 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$211 - $257 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$599 - $733 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$304 - $372 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$216 - $264 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $632 - $772.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$632 - $772 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$227 - $277 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$139 - $169 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $555 - $679. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$555 - $679 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $742 - $906, which is about 2.4% 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 $446 - $546, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,643 - $5,675 |
15.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,268 - $3,994 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$742 - $906 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$446 - $546 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bellingham, WA area is $266 - $326. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$266 - $326 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$266 - $326 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $815 - $997.
| Other Events Cost |
$815 - $997 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$815 - $997 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$469 - $573 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bellingham, WA spend between $2,704 - $3,304 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bellingham, WA with 75 guests spend between $2,392 - $2,924 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,704 - $3,304 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,392 - $2,924 |
7.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Bellingham, WA is estimated to be $1,910 - $2,334. This service accounts for 6.3% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Bellingham, WA is estimated to be $3,297 - $4,029. This service accounts for 10.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,207 - $6,364 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,910 - $2,334 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,297 - $4,029 |
10.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $484 - $592.
| Transportation Cost |
$484 - $592 |
1.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$484 - $592 |
1.6% |