For a wedding with 175 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $57,178 - $69,884. 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 $363. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,178 - $69,884.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,178 - $69,884 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 $381 - $465. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $393 - $481.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,164 - $2,644. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,116 - $3,808 |
5.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$393 - $481 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,164 - $2,644 |
3.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Washington DC is $695 - $849. 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 |
$695 - $849 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$695 - $849 |
1.2% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $591 - $723. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$591 - $723 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
|
Spa Treatments
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,210 - $2,701, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,527 - $1,867.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,210 - $2,701 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,527 - $1,867 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$682 - $834 |
1.2% |
Event Venue & Services
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 $22,892 - $27,979, which is about 40.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$22,892 - $27,979 |
40.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,759 - $4,595 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,190 - $8,788 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$9,342 - $11,418 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,600 - $3,178 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,243 - $6,409. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,243 - $6,409 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$728 - $890 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$333 - $407 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,511 - $1,847 |
2.6% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,172 - $1,432 |
2.0% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,499 - $1,833 |
2.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,616 - $1,976. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,616 - $1,976 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$321 - $393 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,150 - $1,406, which is about 2.0% 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 $725 - $887, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,660 - $8,140 |
11.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,784 - $5,848 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,150 - $1,406 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$725 - $887 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $10,194 - $12,460 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 175 guests spend between $4,636 - $5,666 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,540 - $4,326. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,194 - $12,460 |
17.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$354 - $432 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$554 - $678 |
1.0% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$396 - $484 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$715 - $873 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,636 - $5,666 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,540 - $4,326 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,248 - $2,748. This service accounts for 3.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,248 - $2,748 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,248 - $2,748 |
3.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,713 - $2,093.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,713 - $2,093 |
3.0% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$1,066 - $1,302 |
1.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$647 - $791 |
1.1% |