For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $41,542 - $50,774. 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 $615. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,542 - $50,774.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,542 - $50,774 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $579 - $707. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $625 - $763.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,416 - $4,175. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,887 - $5,973 |
11.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$579 - $707 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$625 - $763 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,416 - $4,175 |
8.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $328 - $400. 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 |
$328 - $400 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,437 - $2,979, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,688 - $2,064.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,437 - $2,979 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,688 - $2,064 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$749 - $915 |
1.8% |
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 $14,426 - $17,632, which is about 34.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,426 - $17,632 |
34.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,397 - $1,707 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,692 - $3,290 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,343 - $11,419 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$995 - $1,216 |
2.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,942 - $3,596. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,942 - $3,596 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$742 - $906 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$337 - $411 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$271 - $331 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,039 - $1,269 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$338 - $414 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $772 - $944.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$772 - $944 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $659 - $805. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$659 - $805 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,810 - $2,212, 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 $1,099 - $1,343, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,830 - $4,682 |
9.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$405 - $495 |
1.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$517 - $631 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,810 - $2,212 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
2.6% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,244 - $1,520.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,244 - $1,520 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,244 - $1,520 |
3.0% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $7,097 - $8,674 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $3,839 - $4,692 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $2,918 - $3,566. This makes up a portion of your (7.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,097 - $8,674 |
17.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$340 - $416 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,839 - $4,692 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,918 - $3,566 |
7.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,620 - $3,202. This service accounts for 6.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,620 - $3,202 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,620 - $3,202 |
6.3% |