For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $37,870 - $46,286. 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 $561. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,870 - $46,286.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,870 - $46,286 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $504 - $616. 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 $534 - $652.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,017 - $3,687. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,279 - $5,229 |
11.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$504 - $616 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$534 - $652 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,017 - $3,687 |
8.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Washington DC is $308 - $376. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Washington DC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$308 - $376 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$308 - $376 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $351 - $429. 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 |
$351 - $429 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,792 - $3,412, which is 7.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,942 - $2,374.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,792 - $3,412 |
7.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,942 - $2,374 |
5.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$850 - $1,038 |
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 $16,616 - $20,308, which is about 43.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,616 - $20,308 |
43.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,582 - $1,934 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,079 - $3,763 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,838 - $13,246 |
28.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,117 - $1,365 |
2.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,024 - $3,696. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,024 - $3,696 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$835 - $1,021 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$371 - $453 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,188 - $1,452 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
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 $256 - $312.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $410 - $502. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,661 - $2,031, which is about 4.4% 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 $988 - $1,208, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,650 - $3,238 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,661 - $2,031 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$988 - $1,208 |
2.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC area is $308 - $376. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$308 - $376 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$308 - $376 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,456 - $1,780.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,456 - $1,780 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,456 - $1,780 |
3.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$495 - $605 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $4,927 - $6,021 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $4,452 - $5,442 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,927 - $6,021 |
13.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$474 - $580 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,452 - $5,442 |
11.8% |