For a wedding with 250 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $64,339 - $78,637. 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 $286. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $64,339 - $78,637.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $64,339 - $78,637 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Falls Church VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $475 - $581. 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 $512 - $626.
In Falls Church VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,806 - $3,430. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,013 - $4,905 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$475 - $581 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$512 - $626 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,806 - $3,430 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Washington DC is $1,161 - $1,419. 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 |
$1,161 - $1,419 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,161 - $1,419 |
1.8% |
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 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$365 - $446 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,333 - $6,519, which is 8.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Washington DC typically budget around $5,333 - $6,519 which is 8.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,333 - $6,519 |
8.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,333 - $6,519 |
8.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $36,972 - $45,188, which is about 57.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$36,972 - $45,188 |
57.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,360 - $7,774 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,261 - $14,985 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,824 - $16,896 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,527 - $5,533 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,734 - $5,786. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,734 - $5,786 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$815 - $997 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$370 - $452 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,160 - $1,418 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,457 - $1,781 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$932 - $1,139 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,209 - $1,477.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,209 - $1,477 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,031 - $1,261 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,985 - $2,427. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,985 - $2,427 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$318 - $388 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$282 - $344 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$282 - $344 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,558 - $1,904, which is about 2.4% 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 $946 - $1,156, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,504 - $3,060 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,558 - $1,904 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$946 - $1,156 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Falls Church VA spend between $6,063 - $7,411 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 250 guests spend between $5,643 - $6,897 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,063 - $7,411 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$420 - $514 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,643 - $6,897 |
8.8% |