For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $49,136 - $60,056. 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 $437. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,136 - $60,056.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,136 - $60,056 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 $347 - $425. 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 $375 - $459.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,051 - $2,507. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,935 - $3,587 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$347 - $425 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$375 - $459 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,051 - $2,507 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $460 - $562. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$460 - $562 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$460 - $562 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $307 - $375. 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 |
$307 - $375 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,982 - $7,312, which is 12.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,600 - $1,956.
For a live band, couples in Washington DC typically budget around $4,382 - $5,356 which is 8.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,982 - $7,312 |
12.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,600 - $1,956 |
3.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,382 - $5,356 |
8.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $17,225 - $21,053, which is about 35.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,225 - $21,053 |
35.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,397 - $2,929 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,620 - $5,646 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,503 - $10,393 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,706 - $2,085 |
3.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,289 - $4,019. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,289 - $4,019 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$702 - $858 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$324 - $396 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$578 - $706 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$369 - $451 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $920 - $1,124.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$920 - $1,124 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$389 - $475 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $812 - $992. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$812 - $992 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,120 - $1,368, which is about 2.3% 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 $680 - $831, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,662 - $8,142 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,863 - $5,943 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,120 - $1,368 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$680 - $831 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,179 - $1,441.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,179 - $1,441 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $5,773 - $7,055 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $4,853 - $5,931 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,773 - $7,055 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$425 - $519 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,853 - $5,931 |
9.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,483 - $3,035. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,483 - $3,035 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,483 - $3,035 |
5.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $632 - $772.
| Transportation Cost |
$632 - $772 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$632 - $772 |
1.3% |