For a wedding with 175 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $38,840 - $47,471. 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 $247. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,840 - $47,471.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,840 - $47,471 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $365 - $446. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $392 - $480.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,167 - $2,649. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,089 - $3,775 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $446 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,167 - $2,649 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Washington DC is $622 - $760. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$622 - $760 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$622 - $760 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $671 - $821, which is 1.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$671 - $821 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$671 - $821 |
1.7% |
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 $20,186 - $24,672, which is about 52.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,186 - $24,672 |
52.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,277 - $4,005 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,362 - $7,776 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,238 - $10,068 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,309 - $2,823 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,852 - $4,708. This accounts for roughly 9.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,852 - $4,708 |
9.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$797 - $975 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$356 - $436 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$968 - $1,184 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$785 - $959 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$501 - $613 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,245 - $1,521. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,245 - $1,521 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$274 - $334 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,172 - $1,432, which is about 3.0% 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 $707 - $864, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,878 - $2,296 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,172 - $1,432 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$707 - $864 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $3,938 - $4,814 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 175 guests spend between $3,504 - $4,282 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,938 - $4,814 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$435 - $531 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,504 - $4,282 |
9.0% |