For a wedding with 175 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $70,829 - $86,569. 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 $450. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $70,829 - $86,569.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $70,829 - $86,569 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Waldorf MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $489 - $597. 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 $527 - $644.
In Waldorf MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,913 - $3,561. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,149 - $5,071 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$489 - $597 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$221 - $270 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$527 - $644 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,913 - $3,561 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Washington DC is $759 - $927. 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 |
$759 - $927 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$759 - $927 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $361 - $441. 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 |
$361 - $441 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$160 - $196 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,645 - $5,677, which is 6.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,981 - $2,421.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,645 - $5,677 |
6.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,981 - $2,421 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$878 - $1,073 |
1.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,787 - $2,184 |
2.5% |
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 Washington DC, you should budget approximately $26,413 - $32,283, which is about 37.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,413 - $32,283 |
37.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,974 - $4,857 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,713 - $9,427 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,927 - $14,577 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,800 - $3,422 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,599 - $5,621. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,599 - $5,621 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$887 - $1,084 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,251 - $1,529 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$958 - $1,170 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$611 - $747 |
0.9% |
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 $1,272 - $1,554.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,272 - $1,554 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$175 - $213 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$640 - $782 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$329 - $402 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,170 - $1,430. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,170 - $1,430 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$201 - $245 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$305 - $373 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,544 - $1,887, which is about 2.2% 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 $931 - $1,137, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,991 - $12,211 |
14.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$337 - $411 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,746 - $8,245 |
9.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$435 - $531 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,544 - $1,887 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,437 - $1,757.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,437 - $1,757 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,437 - $1,757 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $11,612 - $14,192 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 175 guests spend between $5,852 - $7,152 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $4,486 - $5,482. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,612 - $14,192 |
16.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$429 - $525 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$502 - $614 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,852 - $7,152 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,486 - $5,482 |
6.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $3,028 - $3,700. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,028 - $3,700 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,028 - $3,700 |
4.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $613 - $749.
| Transportation Cost |
$613 - $749 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$613 - $749 |
0.9% |