For a wedding with 38 guests in the Bellingham WA, the estimated total cost is around $24,406 - $29,830. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bellingham WA is approximately $714. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,406 - $29,830.
The average wedding cost in Bellingham WA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,406 - $29,830 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $397 - $485.
In Sultan WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,170 - $2,652. This represents about 8.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,567 - $3,137 |
10.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$397 - $485 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,170 - $2,652 |
8.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Bellingham WA is $152 - $186. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bellingham WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$152 - $186 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$152 - $186 |
0.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,976 - $2,416, which is 8.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bellingham WA area is $1,369 - $1,673.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,976 - $2,416 |
8.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,369 - $1,673 |
5.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$608 - $743 |
2.5% |
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 Bellingham WA, you should budget approximately $6,143 - $7,508, which is about 25.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,143 - $7,508 |
25.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$800 - $978 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,542 - $1,884 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,801 - $4,645 |
15.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $833 - $1,018. This accounts for roughly 3.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$833 - $1,018 |
3.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$572 - $700 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$260 - $318 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $120 - $146. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$45 - $55 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,235 - $6,399 |
21.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,235 - $6,399 |
21.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Sultan WA spend between $2,998 - $3,664 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bellingham WA is $2,366 - $2,892. That's about 9.7% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,998 - $3,664 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$632 - $772 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,366 - $2,892 |
9.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,363 - $2,889 |
9.7% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,363 - $2,889 |
9.7% |
