For a wedding with 175 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $58,819 - $71,889. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Seattle WA is approximately $373. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,819 - $71,889.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,819 - $71,889 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $570 - $696. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,390 - $4,144. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,960 - $4,840 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$570 - $696 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,390 - $4,144 |
5.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Seattle WA is $816 - $998. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Seattle WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$816 - $998 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$816 - $998 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Seattle WA is $360 - $440. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$360 - $440 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,795 - $3,416, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,938 - $2,368.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,795 - $3,416 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,938 - $2,368 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.5% |
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 Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $27,977 - $34,194, which is about 47.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,977 - $34,194 |
47.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,379 - $5,353 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,504 - $10,394 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,005 - $14,673 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,088 - $3,774 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,181 - $5,111. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,181 - $5,111 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$833 - $1,019 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$373 - $455 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,031 - $1,260 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$760 - $928 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $950 - $1,162. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$950 - $1,162 |
1.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$334 - $408 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Seattle WA area is $317 - $387. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,407 - $1,719.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,407 - $1,719 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,407 - $1,719 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $9,862 - $12,054 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 175 guests spend between $5,582 - $6,822 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Seattle WA is $4,280 - $5,232. This makes up a portion of your (7.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,862 - $12,054 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,582 - $6,822 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,280 - $5,232 |
7.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Seattle WA is estimated to be $6,194 - $7,570. This service accounts for 10.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,194 - $7,570 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,194 - $7,570 |
10.5% |