For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington, DC, the estimated total cost is around $51,436 - $62,866. 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 $762. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,436 - $62,866.
The average wedding cost in Washington, DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,436 - $62,866 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 $475 - $581. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $512 - $626.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,796 - $3,418. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,003 - $4,893 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$475 - $581 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$512 - $626 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,796 - $3,418 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Washington, DC is $293 - $358. 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 |
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington, DC is $343 - $419. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$343 - $419 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,750 - $3,361, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington, DC area is $1,904 - $2,328.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,750 - $3,361 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,904 - $2,328 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$845 - $1,033 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Washington, DC, you should budget approximately $12,823 - $15,673, which is about 24.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,823 - $15,673 |
24.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,544 - $1,888 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,977 - $3,639 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,203 - $8,803 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,185 - $3,893. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,185 - $3,893 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$772 - $944 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$350 - $428 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$437 - $535 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $719 - $879.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$719 - $879 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $589 - $719. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$589 - $719 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$46 - $56 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,553 - $1,899, which is about 3.0% 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 $943 - $1,153, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,036 - $12,266 |
19.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$347 - $425 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,749 - $8,249 |
13.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$443 - $541 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,553 - $1,899 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.8% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,403 - $1,715.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,403 - $1,715 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,403 - $1,715 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Washington, DC spend between $8,071 - $9,865 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington, DC with 75 guests spend between $4,331 - $5,293 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington, DC is $3,291 - $4,023. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,071 - $9,865 |
15.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$449 - $549 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,331 - $5,293 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,291 - $4,023 |
6.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Washington, DC is estimated to be $6,115 - $7,473. This service accounts for 11.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,115 - $7,473 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,115 - $7,473 |
11.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $328 - $400.
| Transportation Cost |
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |