For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $49,315 - $60,273. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $438. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,315 - $60,273.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,315 - $60,273 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $592 - $724. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,363 - $4,111. This represents about 6.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,231 - $5,171 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$592 - $724 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,363 - $4,111 |
6.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $536 - $655. 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 |
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,702 - $3,302, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,868 - $2,283.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,702 - $3,302 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,868 - $2,283 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$834 - $1,020 |
1.7% |
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 Washington DC, you should budget approximately $19,533 - $23,873, which is about 39.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,533 - $23,873 |
39.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,944 - $3,598 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,630 - $6,882 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,922 - $10,904 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,037 - $2,489 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,091 - $5,000. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,091 - $5,000 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$772 - $944 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,235 - $1,509 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$743 - $909 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$563 - $688 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $914 - $1,117. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$914 - $1,117 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,364 - $1,668 |
2.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$419 - $512 |
0.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$417 - $509 |
0.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$529 - $647 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $10,578 - $12,928 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $5,422 - $6,626 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $4,140 - $5,060. That's about 8.4% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,578 - $12,928 |
21.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$486 - $594 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$530 - $648 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,422 - $6,626 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,140 - $5,060 |
8.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,748 - $3,358. This service accounts for 5.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,748 - $3,358 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,748 - $3,358 |
5.6% |
