For a wedding with 250 guests in the Seattle WA, the estimated total cost is around $60,340 - $73,748. 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 $268. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,340 - $73,748.
The average wedding cost in Seattle WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,340 - $73,748 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Auburn WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $309 - $377. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $404 - $494.
In Auburn WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,219 - $2,712. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,057 - $3,737 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$309 - $377 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$404 - $494 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,219 - $2,712 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Seattle WA is $955 - $1,167. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$955 - $1,167 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$955 - $1,167 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Seattle WA is $176 - $215. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,178 - $1,440, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Seattle WA area is $1,178 - $1,440.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,178 - $1,440 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,178 - $1,440 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Seattle WA, you should budget approximately $30,146 - $36,846, which is about 50.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,146 - $36,846 |
50.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,450 - $6,661 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,580 - $12,932 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,670 - $13,042 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,446 - $4,212 |
5.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,929 - $4,803. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,929 - $4,803 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$506 - $618 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$691 - $845 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$691 - $845 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,066 - $1,302 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$756 - $924 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,558 - $1,904.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,558 - $1,904 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$423 - $517 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,184 - $1,448. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,184 - $1,448 |
2.0% |
|
Postage
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$308 - $376 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$284 - $347 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,025 - $1,253, which is about 1.7% 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 HIM) is estimated at $617 - $754, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,154 - $7,522 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,513 - $5,515 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$617 - $754 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Seattle WA area is $288 - $352. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$288 - $352 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$288 - $352 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $944 - $1,154.
| Other Events Cost |
$944 - $1,154 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$944 - $1,154 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Seattle WA spend between $5,913 - $7,227 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Seattle WA with 250 guests spend between $2,766 - $3,380 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Seattle WA is $2,364 - $2,890. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,913 - $7,227 |
9.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$468 - $572 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,766 - $3,380 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,364 - $2,890 |
3.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Seattle WA is estimated to be $4,856 - $5,936. This service accounts for 8.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,856 - $5,936 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,856 - $5,936 |
8.0% |