For a wedding with 38 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $31,595 - $38,616. 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 $924. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,595 - $38,616.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,595 - $38,616 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 $392 - $480. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $423 - $517.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,341 - $2,861. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,334 - $4,074 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$177 - $217 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$423 - $517 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,341 - $2,861 |
7.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Washington DC is $116 - $142. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $358 - $438. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$358 - $438 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$158 - $194 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,260 - $2,762, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,566 - $1,914.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,260 - $2,762 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,566 - $1,914 |
5.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$694 - $848 |
2.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $5,468 - $6,683, which is about 17.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,468 - $6,683 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$596 - $728 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,157 - $1,414 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,295 - $4,027 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$420 - $514 |
1.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,491 - $1,823. This accounts for roughly 4.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,491 - $1,823 |
4.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$807 - $987 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$361 - $441 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$147 - $179 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $151 - $185.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $212 - $259. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$212 - $259 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,274 - $1,557, 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 $769 - $939, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,888 - $9,640 |
25.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$278 - $340 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,567 - $6,805 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,274 - $1,557 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$769 - $939 |
2.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,137 - $1,389.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,137 - $1,389 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
3.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $6,006 - $7,340 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 38 guests spend between $4,895 - $5,983 on wedding photography, which is about 15.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,006 - $7,340 |
19.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $546 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$664 - $812 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,895 - $5,983 |
15.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,394 - $2,926. This service accounts for 7.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,394 - $2,926 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,394 - $2,926 |
7.6% |