For a wedding with 125 guests in the Baltimore MD, the estimated total cost is around $53,828 - $65,790. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Baltimore MD is approximately $478. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,828 - $65,790.
The average wedding cost in Baltimore MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,828 - $65,790 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Baltimore MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $267 - $327. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $284 - $347.
In Baltimore MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,605 - $1,961. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,275 - $2,781 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $347 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,605 - $1,961 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Baltimore MD is $464 - $567. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Baltimore MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$464 - $567 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$464 - $567 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baltimore MD is $66 - $80. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,469 - $9,129, which is 13.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baltimore MD area is $1,506 - $1,840.
For a live band, couples in Baltimore MD typically budget around $3,976 - $4,860 which is 7.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,469 - $9,129 |
13.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,506 - $1,840 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$649 - $793 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,976 - $4,860 |
7.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,338 - $1,636 |
2.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Baltimore MD, you should budget approximately $19,462 - $23,786, which is about 36.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,462 - $23,786 |
36.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,411 - $2,947 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,691 - $5,733 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,650 - $13,016 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,710 - $2,090 |
3.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,190 - $2,676. This accounts for roughly 4.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,190 - $2,676 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$915 - $1,119 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$585 - $715 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$362 - $442 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $844 - $1,032.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$844 - $1,032 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$392 - $479 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $937 - $1,145. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$937 - $1,145 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $944 - $1,154, which is about 1.8% 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 $563 - $688, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,855 - $7,157 |
10.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,156 - $5,080 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$944 - $1,154 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$563 - $688 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baltimore MD area is $302 - $369. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,152 - $1,408.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,152 - $1,408 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,152 - $1,408 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$485 - $593 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Baltimore MD spend between $6,649 - $8,127 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baltimore MD with 125 guests spend between $3,407 - $4,165 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baltimore MD is $2,496 - $3,050. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,649 - $8,127 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$380 - $464 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$366 - $448 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,407 - $4,165 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,496 - $3,050 |
4.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Baltimore MD is estimated to be $5,009 - $6,123. This service accounts for 9.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,009 - $6,123 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,009 - $6,123 |
9.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $670 - $818.
| Transportation Cost |
$670 - $818 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$670 - $818 |
1.2% |