For a wedding with 175 guests in the Baltimore MD, the estimated total cost is around $59,764 - $73,044. 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 $379. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,764 - $73,044.
The average wedding cost in Baltimore MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,764 - $73,044 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 $236 - $288. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $250 - $306.
In Baltimore MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,415 - $1,729. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,006 - $2,452 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,415 - $1,729 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Baltimore MD is $637 - $779. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$637 - $779 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$637 - $779 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baltimore MD is $307 - $375. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$307 - $375 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,896 - $8,428, which is 11.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baltimore MD area is $1,357 - $1,659.
For a live band, couples in Baltimore MD typically budget around $3,729 - $4,557 which is 6.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,896 - $8,428 |
11.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,357 - $1,659 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$594 - $726 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,729 - $4,557 |
6.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,216 - $1,486 |
2.0% |
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 Baltimore MD, you should budget approximately $25,813 - $31,549, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,813 - $31,549 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,358 - $4,104 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,535 - $7,987 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,550 - $16,561 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,371 - $2,897 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,579 - $4,375. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,579 - $4,375 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$682 - $834 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$302 - $370 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$797 - $975 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$504 - $616 |
0.8% |
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 $1,071 - $1,309.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,071 - $1,309 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$543 - $663 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$287 - $351 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,304 - $1,594. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,304 - $1,594 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $834 - $1,020, which is about 1.4% 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 $497 - $607, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,004 - $6,116 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,673 - $4,489 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$834 - $1,020 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$497 - $607 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baltimore MD area is $303 - $371. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,018 - $1,244.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,018 - $1,244 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$488 - $596 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Baltimore MD spend between $5,823 - $7,117 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baltimore MD with 175 guests spend between $3,111 - $3,803 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baltimore MD is $2,337 - $2,857. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,823 - $7,117 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$374 - $458 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,111 - $3,803 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,337 - $2,857 |
3.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Baltimore MD is estimated to be $4,448 - $5,436. This service accounts for 7.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,448 - $5,436 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,448 - $5,436 |
7.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,067 - $1,304.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,067 - $1,304 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,067 - $1,304 |
1.8% |