For a wedding with 175 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $60,440 - $73,872. 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 $384. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,440 - $73,872.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,440 - $73,872 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 $491 - $600. 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 $2,939 - $3,593. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,649 - $4,459 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$491 - $600 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,939 - $3,593 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Washington DC is $716 - $875. 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 |
$716 - $875 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$716 - $875 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $343 - $419. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,181 - $2,665, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,517 - $1,855.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,181 - $2,665 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,517 - $1,855 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$663 - $811 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $27,113 - $33,138, which is about 44.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,113 - $33,138 |
44.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,506 - $4,286 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,823 - $8,339 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,308 - $17,488 |
23.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,475 - $3,025 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,244 - $5,187. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,244 - $5,187 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$865 - $1,057 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$384 - $470 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,037 - $1,267 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$896 - $1,095 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$565 - $691 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $883 - $1,079.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$883 - $1,079 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$567 - $693 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$316 - $386 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,238 - $1,514. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,238 - $1,514 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$293 - $359 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,439 - $1,759, 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 $857 - $1,047, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,627 - $10,545 |
14.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,332 - $7,739 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,439 - $1,759 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$308 - $376 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,138 - $1,390.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,138 - $1,390 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$495 - $605 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $3,479 - $4,252 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 175 guests spend between $3,479 - $4,252 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,479 - $4,252 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,479 - $4,252 |
5.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Washington DC is estimated to be $4,973 - $6,078. This service accounts for 8.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,973 - $6,078 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,973 - $6,078 |
8.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,057 - $1,291.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,057 - $1,291 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,057 - $1,291 |
1.7% |