For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington, DC, the estimated total cost is around $56,024 - $68,474. 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 $498. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,024 - $68,474.
The average wedding cost in Washington, DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,024 - $68,474 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 $539 - $659. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $581 - $710.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,176 - $3,882. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,545 - $5,555 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$539 - $659 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$581 - $710 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,176 - $3,882 |
5.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington, DC is $502 - $614. 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 |
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington, DC is $329 - $403. 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 |
$329 - $403 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,313 - $5,271, which is 7.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington, DC area is $1,839 - $2,247.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,313 - $5,271 |
7.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,839 - $2,247 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$815 - $997 |
1.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,659 - $2,027 |
3.0% |
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 $19,231 - $23,505, which is about 34.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,231 - $23,505 |
34.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,668 - $3,260 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,143 - $6,285 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,522 - $11,638 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,899 - $2,321 |
3.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,588 - $4,386. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,588 - $4,386 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$748 - $914 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$339 - $415 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$360 - $440 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$630 - $770 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$402 - $492 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,023 - $1,251.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$433 - $529 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,166 - $1,425. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,166 - $1,425 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,734 - $2,120, which is about 3.1% 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 $1,052 - $1,286, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,707 - $13,087 |
19.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$389 - $475 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,532 - $9,206 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
1.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,355 - $1,656.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,355 - $1,656 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,355 - $1,656 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Washington, DC spend between $5,301 - $6,479 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington, DC with 125 guests spend between $4,181 - $5,110 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,301 - $6,479 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$472 - $576 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,181 - $5,110 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington, DC is estimated to be $2,853 - $3,487. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,853 - $3,487 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,853 - $3,487 |
5.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $632 - $772.
| Transportation Cost |
$632 - $772 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$632 - $772 |
1.1% |