For a wedding with 175 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $65,377 - $79,905. 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 $415. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,377 - $79,905.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,377 - $79,905 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Williamsburg VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $397 - $485. 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 $428 - $523.
In Williamsburg VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,338 - $2,858. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,346 - $4,090 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$428 - $523 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,338 - $2,858 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Washington DC is $782 - $956. 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 |
$782 - $956 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$782 - $956 |
1.2% |
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 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,834 - $5,908, which is 7.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $2,061 - $2,519.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,834 - $5,908 |
7.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,061 - $2,519 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$914 - $1,118 |
1.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $28,242 - $34,518, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,242 - $34,518 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,307 - $5,265 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,304 - $10,150 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,564 - $15,356 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,066 - $3,748 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,467 - $5,459. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,467 - $5,459 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$801 - $979 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$364 - $444 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$495 - $605 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$982 - $1,200 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$627 - $767 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,321 - $1,615.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,321 - $1,615 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$698 - $854 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$335 - $409 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,427 - $1,744. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,427 - $1,744 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$312 - $382 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,346 - $1,645, which is about 2.1% 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 $816 - $998, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,006 - $9,785 |
12.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,844 - $7,142 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,346 - $1,645 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$816 - $998 |
1.2% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,517 - $1,855.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,517 - $1,855 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,517 - $1,855 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $6,098 - $7,454 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 175 guests spend between $4,685 - $5,727 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,098 - $7,454 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$393 - $481 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$371 - $453 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,685 - $5,727 |
7.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $3,198 - $3,908. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,198 - $3,908 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,198 - $3,908 |
4.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $995 - $1,217.
| Transportation Cost |
$995 - $1,217 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$995 - $1,217 |
1.5% |