For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $38,433 - $46,973. 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 $342. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,433 - $46,973.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,433 - $46,973 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 $365 - $447. 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 $378 - $462.
In Seattle WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,078 - $2,540. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,993 - $3,658 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $447 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$378 - $462 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,078 - $2,540 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Seattle WA is $425 - $519. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$425 - $519 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$425 - $519 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Seattle WA is $311 - $381. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$311 - $381 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,927 - $2,355, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,332 - $1,628.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,927 - $2,355 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,332 - $1,628 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$595 - $727 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $15,647 - $19,125, which is about 40.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,647 - $19,125 |
40.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,403 - $2,937 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,596 - $5,618 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,986 - $8,538 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,662 - $2,032 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,038 - $3,713. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,038 - $3,713 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$591 - $723 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$271 - $331 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$865 - $1,057 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$590 - $722 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $988 - $1,208.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$988 - $1,208 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$226 - $276 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$394 - $482 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $753 - $921. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$753 - $921 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,152 - $1,408, 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 $726 - $888, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,962 - $8,509 |
18.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,083 - $6,213 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,152 - $1,408 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$726 - $888 |
1.9% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$325 - $397 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $986 - $1,206.
| Other Events Cost |
$986 - $1,206 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$986 - $1,206 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$514 - $628 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$514 - $628 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $3,564 - $4,356 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 125 guests spend between $3,083 - $3,768 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,564 - $4,356 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$482 - $589 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,083 - $3,768 |
8.0% |