For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $40,020 - $48,914. 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 $593. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,020 - $48,914.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,020 - $48,914 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Upper Marlboro MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $509 - $622. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $548 - $670.
In Upper Marlboro MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,031 - $3,705. This represents about 7.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,317 - $5,277 |
10.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$509 - $622 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$548 - $670 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,031 - $3,705 |
7.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Washington DC is $281 - $343. 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 |
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $353 - $431. 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 |
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$156 - $190 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,863 - $3,499, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,985 - $2,426.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,863 - $3,499 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,985 - $2,426 |
5.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$878 - $1,074 |
2.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $15,889 - $19,419, which is about 39.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,889 - $19,419 |
39.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,515 - $1,851 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,940 - $3,594 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,366 - $12,670 |
25.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,742 - $3,352. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,742 - $3,352 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$797 - $975 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$356 - $436 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,175 - $1,437 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$226 - $276 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $244 - $298.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $325 - $397. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$325 - $397 |
0.8% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,700 - $2,078, which is about 4.2% 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 $1,024 - $1,252, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,724 - $3,330 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,700 - $2,078 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
2.6% |
Officiant
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,440 - $1,760.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,440 - $1,760 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,440 - $1,760 |
3.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $5,027 - $6,145 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $4,584 - $5,602 on wedding photography, which is about 11.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,027 - $6,145 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,584 - $5,602 |
11.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $3,034 - $3,708. This service accounts for 7.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,034 - $3,708 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,034 - $3,708 |
7.6% |