For a wedding with 175 guests in the Ellicott City MD, the estimated total cost is around $55,495 - $67,827. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Ellicott City MD is approximately $352. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,495 - $67,827.
The average wedding cost in Ellicott City MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,495 - $67,827 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bowie MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $502 - $614. 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 $541 - $661.
In Bowie MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,995 - $3,661. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,266 - $5,214 |
7.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$541 - $661 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,995 - $3,661 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Ellicott City MD is $684 - $836. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Ellicott City MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$684 - $836 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$684 - $836 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Ellicott City MD is $335 - $409. 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 |
$335 - $409 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,446 - $2,990, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Ellicott City MD area is $1,696 - $2,072.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,446 - $2,990 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,696 - $2,072 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$751 - $917 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Ellicott City MD, you should budget approximately $23,717 - $28,987, which is about 42.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,717 - $28,987 |
42.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,700 - $4,522 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,183 - $8,779 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,226 - $12,498 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,608 - $3,188 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,010 - $4,902. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,010 - $4,902 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$758 - $926 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $414 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$462 - $564 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$865 - $1,057 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$553 - $675 |
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 $902 - $1,102.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$902 - $1,102 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$596 - $728 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$306 - $374 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,096 - $1,340. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,096 - $1,340 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$284 - $348 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,616 - $1,976, which is about 2.9% 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 $974 - $1,190, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,653 - $11,799 |
17.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,063 - $8,633 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,616 - $1,976 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$974 - $1,190 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Ellicott City MD area is $295 - $361. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$295 - $361 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$295 - $361 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Ellicott City MD spend between $5,499 - $6,721 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Ellicott City MD with 175 guests spend between $5,048 - $6,170 on wedding photography, which is about 9.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,499 - $6,721 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,048 - $6,170 |
9.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Ellicott City MD is estimated to be $2,591 - $3,167. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,591 - $3,167 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,591 - $3,167 |
4.7% |