For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $39,512 - $48,292. 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 $585. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,512 - $48,292.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,512 - $48,292 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 $310 - $378. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,859 - $2,272. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,307 - $2,819 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Washington DC is $301 - $367. 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 |
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $321 - $393. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$321 - $393 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,988 - $6,096, which is 12.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Washington DC typically budget around $4,988 - $6,096 which is 12.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,988 - $6,096 |
12.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,988 - $6,096 |
12.6% |
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 Washington DC, you should budget approximately $13,388 - $16,364, which is about 33.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,388 - $16,364 |
33.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,549 - $1,893 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,012 - $3,682 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,729 - $9,447 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
2.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,555 - $4,345. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,555 - $4,345 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$455 - $556 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$282 - $344 |
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 $518 - $633.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$518 - $633 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $458 - $560. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$458 - $560 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
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 $1,076 - $1,316, which is about 2.7% 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 $641 - $783, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,717 - $2,099 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$641 - $783 |
1.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,446 - $1,768.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,446 - $1,768 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,446 - $1,768 |
3.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $7,405 - $9,051 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $4,276 - $5,226 on wedding photography, which is about 10.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,129 - $3,825. This makes up a portion of your (7.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,405 - $9,051 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,276 - $5,226 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,129 - $3,825 |
7.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $3,108 - $3,798. This service accounts for 7.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,108 - $3,798 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,108 - $3,798 |
7.9% |