For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $34,068 - $41,638. 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 $505. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,068 - $41,638.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,068 - $41,638 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $463 - $565. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,768 - $3,383. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,230 - $3,948 |
9.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$463 - $565 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,768 - $3,383 |
8.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Washington DC is $262 - $320. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$262 - $320 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $343 - $419. 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 |
$343 - $419 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,210 - $2,701, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,544 - $1,888.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,210 - $2,701 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,544 - $1,888 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$665 - $813 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
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 $8,961 - $10,953, which is about 26.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,961 - $10,953 |
26.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,311 - $1,603 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,552 - $3,119 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,099 - $6,232 |
15.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,364 - $1,668. This accounts for roughly 4.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,364 - $1,668 |
4.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$803 - $981 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$357 - $437 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $332 - $406.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$332 - $406 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$213 - $261 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $402 - $492. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,479 - $1,807, which is about 4.3% 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 $880 - $1,076, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,359 - $2,883 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,479 - $1,807 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$880 - $1,076 |
2.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,183 - $1,445.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,183 - $1,445 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,183 - $1,445 |
3.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$491 - $601 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $7,185 - $8,781 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $3,495 - $4,271 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $2,558 - $3,126. This makes up a portion of your (7.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,185 - $8,781 |
21.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$484 - $592 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$648 - $792 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,495 - $4,271 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,558 - $3,126 |
7.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Washington DC is estimated to be $5,135 - $6,277. This service accounts for 15.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,135 - $6,277 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,135 - $6,277 |
15.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $610 - $746.
| Transportation Cost |
$610 - $746 |
1.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$610 - $746 |
1.8% |