For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $44,654 - $54,577. 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 $198. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,654 - $54,577.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,654 - $54,577 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Washington DC is $944 - $1,154. 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 |
$944 - $1,154 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$944 - $1,154 |
2.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,259 - $2,761, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,565 - $1,913.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,259 - $2,761 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,565 - $1,913 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$694 - $848 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $29,673 - $36,267, which is about 66.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,673 - $36,267 |
66.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,489 - $6,709 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,581 - $12,933 |
23.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,696 - $11,850 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,907 - $4,775 |
8.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,539 - $5,547. This accounts for roughly 10.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,539 - $5,547 |
10.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$704 - $860 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$320 - $391 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$703 - $859 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$869 - $1,063 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$758 - $926 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,366 - $1,670.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,366 - $1,670 |
3.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$890 - $1,088 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$476 - $582 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,576 - $1,926. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,576 - $1,926 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
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% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $3,996 - $4,884 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 250 guests spend between $3,558 - $4,348 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,996 - $4,884 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$438 - $536 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,558 - $4,348 |
8.0% |