For a wedding with 250 guests in the Baltimore, MD, the estimated total cost is around $81,295 - $99,361. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Baltimore, MD is approximately $361. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $81,295 - $99,361.
The average wedding cost in Baltimore, MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $81,295 - $99,361 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Glenwood MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $851 - $1,040. 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 $947 - $1,157.
In Glenwood MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,202 - $6,358. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,347 - $8,979 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$347 - $425 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$947 - $1,157 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,202 - $6,358 |
6.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Baltimore, MD is $1,063 - $1,299. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Baltimore, MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,063 - $1,299 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,063 - $1,299 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baltimore, MD is $328 - $400. 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 |
$328 - $400 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,683 - $8,169, which is 8.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Baltimore, MD typically budget around $5,222 - $6,382 which is 6.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,683 - $8,169 |
8.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,222 - $6,382 |
6.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Baltimore, MD, you should budget approximately $32,595 - $39,839, which is about 40.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,595 - $39,839 |
40.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,479 - $6,697 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,641 - $13,005 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,625 - $15,431 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,850 - $4,706 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,102 - $6,236. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,102 - $6,236 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$650 - $794 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$283 - $345 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,233 - $1,507 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$910 - $1,112 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,184 - $1,448 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$842 - $1,030 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,082 - $2,544.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,082 - $2,544 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$263 - $321 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$923 - $1,128 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$753 - $921 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,971 - $3,631. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,971 - $3,631 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$539 - $659 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$716 - $875 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$506 - $618 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$366 - $448 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$368 - $450 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,733 - $3,341, which is about 3.4% 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 $1,644 - $2,010, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,813 - $7,105 |
7.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$586 - $716 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,733 - $3,341 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,644 - $2,010 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baltimore, MD area is $289 - $353. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$289 - $353 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,249 - $1,527.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,249 - $1,527 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $622 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $622 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Baltimore, MD spend between $8,295 - $10,139 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baltimore, MD with 250 guests spend between $3,662 - $4,476 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baltimore, MD is $3,131 - $3,827. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,295 - $10,139 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$473 - $578 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$470 - $574 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$560 - $684 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,662 - $4,476 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,131 - $3,827 |
3.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Baltimore, MD is estimated to be $5,047 - $6,169. This service accounts for 6.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,047 - $6,169 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,047 - $6,169 |
6.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,922 - $2,350.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,922 - $2,350 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,922 - $2,350 |
2.4% |