For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $34,999 - $42,777. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $519. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,999 - $42,777.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,999 - $42,777 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $422 - $516.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,326 - $2,842. This represents about 6.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,748 - $3,358 |
7.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$422 - $516 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,326 - $2,842 |
6.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $343 - $419. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$343 - $419 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,459 - $3,005, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,699 - $2,077.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,459 - $3,005 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,699 - $2,077 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$760 - $928 |
2.2% |
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 Washington DC, you should budget approximately $11,743 - $14,353, which is about 33.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,743 - $14,353 |
33.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,533 - $1,873 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,931 - $3,583 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,219 - $7,601 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,280 - $4,008. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,280 - $4,008 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$795 - $971 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$364 - $444 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,214 - $1,484 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$418 - $510 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,193 - $1,459, which is about 3.4% 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 $753 - $921, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,947 - $2,379 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$753 - $921 |
2.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,258 - $1,538.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,258 - $1,538 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,258 - $1,538 |
3.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $8,722 - $10,660 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $3,930 - $4,804 on wedding photography, which is about 11.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,843 - $4,697. This makes up a portion of your (11.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,722 - $10,660 |
24.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$419 - $512 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$530 - $648 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,930 - $4,804 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,843 - $4,697 |
11.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,500 - $3,056. This service accounts for 7.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,500 - $3,056 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,500 - $3,056 |
7.1% |