For a wedding with 175 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $61,577 - $75,261. 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 $391. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,577 - $75,261.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,577 - $75,261 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 $553 - $675. 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 $595 - $727.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,254 - $3,978. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,658 - $5,693 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$553 - $675 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$595 - $727 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,254 - $3,978 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Washington DC is $734 - $897. 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 |
$734 - $897 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$734 - $897 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $333 - $407. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$333 - $407 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,360 - $5,328, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,859 - $2,272.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,360 - $5,328 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,677 - $2,049 |
2.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $26,512 - $32,404, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,512 - $32,404 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,986 - $4,872 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,684 - $9,392 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,004 - $14,672 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,838 - $3,468 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,209 - $5,145. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,209 - $5,145 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$737 - $901 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$335 - $409 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$527 - $644 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,103 - $1,349 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$920 - $1,124 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$588 - $718 |
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 $1,352 - $1,652.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,352 - $1,652 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$646 - $790 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$356 - $436 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,301 - $1,590. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,301 - $1,590 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$332 - $406 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,803 - $2,203, 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 $1,094 - $1,337, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,896 - $3,540 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,803 - $2,203 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,094 - $1,337 |
1.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,369 - $1,673.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,369 - $1,673 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,369 - $1,673 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $6,413 - $7,838 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 175 guests spend between $5,441 - $6,651 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,413 - $7,838 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$476 - $582 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,441 - $6,651 |
8.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Washington DC is estimated to be $5,968 - $7,294. This service accounts for 9.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,968 - $7,294 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,968 - $7,294 |
9.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $995 - $1,217.
| Transportation Cost |
$995 - $1,217 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$995 - $1,217 |
1.6% |