For a wedding with 250 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $50,970 - $62,296. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Seattle WA is approximately $227. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,970 - $62,296.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,970 - $62,296 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $428 - $524.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$613 - $749 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$428 - $524 |
0.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Seattle WA is $1,076 - $1,315. 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 |
$1,076 - $1,315 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
2.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $649 - $793, which is 1.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$649 - $793 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$649 - $793 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $31,388 - $38,363, which is about 61.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,388 - $38,363 |
61.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,809 - $7,099 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,199 - $13,687 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,246 - $12,522 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,135 - $5,053 |
8.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,492 - $3,046. This accounts for roughly 4.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,492 - $3,046 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$903 - $1,103 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$862 - $1,054 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,846 - $2,256. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,846 - $2,256 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$309 - $377 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$459 - $561 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$507 - $619 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $5,364 - $6,556 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 250 guests spend between $4,380 - $5,354 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,364 - $6,556 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$461 - $563 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$523 - $639 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,380 - $5,354 |
8.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Seattle WA is estimated to be $4,700 - $5,744. This service accounts for 9.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,700 - $5,744 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,700 - $5,744 |
9.2% |
