For a wedding with 38 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $22,000 - $26,888. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Seattle WA is approximately $643. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,000 - $26,888.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,000 - $26,888 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Seattle WA is $131 - $160. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Seattle WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $160 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $160 |
0.6% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,021 - $2,471, which is 9.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,400 - $1,712.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,021 - $2,471 |
9.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
6.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$621 - $759 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $5,748 - $7,026, which is about 26.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,748 - $7,026 |
26.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$641 - $783 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,236 - $1,510 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,416 - $4,175 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$456 - $558 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $92 - $112. This accounts for roughly 0.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $72 - $88.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $134 - $164. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$134 - $164 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,104 - $1,350, which is about 5.0% 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 $670 - $818, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,568 - $8,028 |
29.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,794 - $5,860 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,104 - $1,350 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$670 - $818 |
3.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Seattle WA area is $317 - $387. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$317 - $387 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$317 - $387 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,031 - $1,261.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,031 - $1,261 |
4.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,031 - $1,261 |
4.7% |
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $5,885 - $7,193 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 26.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 38 guests spend between $4,236 - $5,178 on wedding photography, which is about 19.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,885 - $7,193 |
26.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$440 - $538 |
2.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$523 - $639 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$686 - $838 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,236 - $5,178 |
19.3% |