For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $45,774 - $55,946. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $407. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,774 - $55,946.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,774 - $55,946 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $311 - $380.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,710 - $2,090. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,021 - $2,470 |
4.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$311 - $380 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,710 - $2,090 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $554 - $677. 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 |
$554 - $677 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$554 - $677 |
1.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,817 - $3,443, which is 6.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,947 - $2,379.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,817 - $3,443 |
6.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,947 - $2,379 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$870 - $1,064 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $23,593 - $28,835, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,593 - $28,835 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,043 - $3,719 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,821 - $7,115 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,623 - $15,429 |
27.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,105 - $2,573 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,096 - $5,006. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,096 - $5,006 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$794 - $970 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$364 - $444 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$383 - $468 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,287 - $1,573 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$770 - $941 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$500 - $611 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $840 - $1,026. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$840 - $1,026 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $968 - $1,184, which is about 2.1% 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 $610 - $746, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,579 - $1,929 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$968 - $1,184 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$610 - $746 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,441 - $1,761.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,441 - $1,761 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,441 - $1,761 |
3.1% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $8,835 - $10,799 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $4,504 - $5,504 on wedding photography, which is about 9.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,439 - $4,203. This makes up a portion of your (7.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,835 - $10,799 |
19.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$363 - $443 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$530 - $648 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,504 - $5,504 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,439 - $4,203 |
7.5% |