For a wedding with 38 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $34,650 - $42,350. 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 $1,013. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,650 - $42,350.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,650 - $42,350 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $601 - $735. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $620 - $758.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,416 - $4,175. This represents about 9.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,917 - $6,009 |
14.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$601 - $735 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$280 - $342 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$620 - $758 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,416 - $4,175 |
9.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Seattle WA is $141 - $173. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Seattle WA is $355 - $433. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,277 - $2,783, which is 6.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,574 - $1,924.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,277 - $2,783 |
6.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,574 - $1,924 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$703 - $859 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $6,335 - $7,743, which is about 18.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,335 - $7,743 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$731 - $893 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,399 - $1,709 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,700 - $4,522 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$506 - $618 |
1.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,998 - $3,664. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,998 - $3,664 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$764 - $934 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$350 - $428 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,332 - $1,628 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $657 - $803.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$657 - $803 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $352 - $430. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$352 - $430 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$43 - $53 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,726 - $2,110, which is about 5.0% 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 $1,089 - $1,331, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,431 - $12,749 |
30.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,616 - $9,308 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,726 - $2,110 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,089 - $1,331 |
3.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Seattle WA area is $325 - $397. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$325 - $397 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$325 - $397 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,166 - $1,425.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,166 - $1,425 |
3.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,166 - $1,425 |
3.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$514 - $628 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$514 - $628 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $4,183 - $5,113 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 38 guests spend between $3,642 - $4,452 on wedding photography, which is about 10.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,183 - $5,113 |
12.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$541 - $661 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,642 - $4,452 |
10.5% |