For a wedding with 400 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $91,092 - $111,334. 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 $253. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $91,092 - $111,334.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $91,092 - $111,334 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $503 - $615. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $542 - $662.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,963 - $3,621. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,241 - $5,183 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$503 - $615 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$233 - $285 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$542 - $662 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,963 - $3,621 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Washington DC is $2,105 - $2,573. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,105 - $2,573 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,105 - $2,573 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $365 - $446. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$365 - $446 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$161 - $197 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,997 - $3,663, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,576 - $1,926.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,997 - $3,663 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,576 - $1,926 |
1.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,421 - $1,737 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $53,702 - $65,636, which is about 59.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,702 - $65,636 |
59.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,647 - $14,235 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,452 - $27,442 |
24.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,312 - $13,826 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,291 - $10,133 |
9.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,058 - $9,848. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,058 - $9,848 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$833 - $1,018 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$378 - $462 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,512 - $1,848 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,642 - $3,230 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,688 - $2,064 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,889 - $2,309.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,889 - $2,309 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,889 - $2,309 |
2.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,900 - $4,766. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,900 - $4,766 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$643 - $785 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$301 - $367 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$953 - $1,165 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$549 - $671 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$569 - $695 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$433 - $529 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$453 - $553 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,529 - $1,869, which is about 1.7% 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 $928 - $1,134, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,457 - $3,003 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,529 - $1,869 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$928 - $1,134 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $4,059 - $4,961 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 400 guests spend between $3,583 - $4,379 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,059 - $4,961 |
4.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$476 - $582 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,583 - $4,379 |
3.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,445 - $2,989. This service accounts for 2.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,445 - $2,989 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,445 - $2,989 |
2.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,095 - $5,005.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,095 - $5,005 |
4.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,095 - $5,005 |
4.5% |