For a wedding with 125 guests in the Germantown MD, the estimated total cost is around $35,740 - $43,682. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Germantown MD is approximately $318. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,740 - $43,682.
The average wedding cost in Germantown MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,740 - $43,682 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Germantown MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $368 - $450. 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 $396 - $484.
In Germantown MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,171 - $2,653. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,106 - $3,796 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$368 - $450 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$396 - $484 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,171 - $2,653 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Germantown MD is $463 - $565. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Germantown MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$463 - $565 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$463 - $565 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Germantown MD is $338 - $413. 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 |
$338 - $413 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,379 - $2,907, which is 6.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Germantown MD area is $1,648 - $2,014.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,379 - $2,907 |
6.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
4.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$731 - $893 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Germantown MD, you should budget approximately $16,813 - $20,549, which is about 47.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,813 - $20,549 |
47.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,451 - $2,995 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,725 - $5,775 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,893 - $9,647 |
22.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,744 - $2,132 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,790 - $4,632. This accounts for roughly 10.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,790 - $4,632 |
10.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$746 - $912 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $414 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$307 - $375 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,255 - $1,533 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$698 - $854 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $908 - $1,110.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$908 - $1,110 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$398 - $486 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $762 - $932. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$762 - $932 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,195 - $1,461, which is about 3.3% 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 $725 - $887, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,921 - $2,347 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$725 - $887 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Germantown MD area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,214 - $1,484.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,214 - $1,484 |
3.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,214 - $1,484 |
3.4% |
On average, couples in Germantown MD spend between $3,747 - $4,579 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Germantown MD with 125 guests spend between $3,747 - $4,579 on wedding photography, which is about 10.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,747 - $4,579 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,747 - $4,579 |
10.5% |