For a wedding with 175 guests in the Bowie MD, the estimated total cost is around $59,579 - $72,819. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bowie MD is approximately $378. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,579 - $72,819.
The average wedding cost in Bowie MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,579 - $72,819 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Laurel MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $404 - $494. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $434 - $530.
In Laurel MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,403 - $2,937. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,424 - $4,184 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$404 - $494 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$434 - $530 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,403 - $2,937 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bowie MD is $782 - $956. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bowie MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$782 - $956 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$782 - $956 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bowie MD is $375 - $459. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$375 - $459 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$168 - $206 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,000 - $3,666, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bowie MD area is $2,079 - $2,541.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,000 - $3,666 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,079 - $2,541 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$921 - $1,125 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Bowie MD, you should budget approximately $27,265 - $33,323, which is about 45.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,265 - $33,323 |
45.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,121 - $5,037 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,001 - $9,779 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,238 - $14,958 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,904 - $3,550 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,748 - $5,803. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,748 - $5,803 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$918 - $1,122 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$500 - $612 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,301 - $1,590 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$987 - $1,207 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$631 - $771 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $827 - $1,011.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$827 - $1,011 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$664 - $812 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $753 - $921. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$753 - $921 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$202 - $246 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,307 - $1,597, which is about 2.2% 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 $788 - $963, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,094 - $2,560 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$788 - $963 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bowie MD area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Bowie MD spend between $9,364 - $11,444 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bowie MD with 175 guests spend between $4,803 - $5,871 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bowie MD is $3,682 - $4,500. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,364 - $11,444 |
15.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$502 - $614 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$376 - $460 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,803 - $5,871 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,682 - $4,500 |
6.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Bowie MD is estimated to be $6,647 - $8,125. This service accounts for 11.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,647 - $8,125 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,647 - $8,125 |
11.2% |