For a wedding with 75 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $42,712 - $52,204. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $633. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,712 - $52,204.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,712 - $52,204 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $426 - $520. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $458 - $560.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,508 - $3,066. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,589 - $4,387 |
8.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$426 - $520 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$458 - $560 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,508 - $3,066 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Washington DC is $286 - $350. 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 |
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $365 - $447. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,557 - $3,125, which is 6.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,771 - $2,165.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,557 - $3,125 |
6.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,771 - $2,165 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$786 - $960 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $11,207 - $13,697, which is about 26.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,207 - $13,697 |
26.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,453 - $1,775 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,801 - $3,423 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,919 - $7,235 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,034 - $1,264 |
2.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,134 - $3,830. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,134 - $3,830 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$849 - $1,037 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$385 - $471 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,111 - $1,357 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$359 - $439 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $693 - $847.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$693 - $847 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$236 - $288 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $493 - $603. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$493 - $603 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,344 - $1,642, which is about 3.1% 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 $815 - $997, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,993 - $9,769 |
18.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,834 - $7,130 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,344 - $1,642 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$815 - $997 |
1.9% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,304 - $1,594.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,304 - $1,594 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,304 - $1,594 |
3.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $10,311 - $12,603 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $5,241 - $6,405 on wedding photography, which is about 12.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,983 - $4,869. This makes up a portion of your (9.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,311 - $12,603 |
24.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$438 - $536 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,241 - $6,405 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,983 - $4,869 |
9.3% |