For a wedding with 175 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $50,293 - $61,469. 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 $319. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,293 - $61,469.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,293 - $61,469 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 $417 - $509. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $449 - $549.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,455 - $3,001. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,514 - $4,294 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$417 - $509 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$449 - $549 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,455 - $3,001 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Washington DC is $677 - $827. 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 |
$677 - $827 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$677 - $827 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $257 - $314. 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 |
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,367 - $5,337, which is 8.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Washington DC typically budget around $4,367 - $5,337 which is 8.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,367 - $5,337 |
8.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,367 - $5,337 |
8.7% |
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 $22,843 - $27,919, which is about 45.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,843 - $27,919 |
45.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,566 - $4,358 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,873 - $8,401 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,866 - $12,058 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,538 - $3,102 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,581 - $3,155. This accounts for roughly 5.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,581 - $3,155 |
5.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$737 - $901 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$995 - $1,216 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $579 - $707.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$579 - $707 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$579 - $707 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,194 - $1,460. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,194 - $1,460 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,315 - $1,607, which is about 2.6% 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 $798 - $976, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,113 - $2,583 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,315 - $1,607 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$798 - $976 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,175 - $1,436.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,175 - $1,436 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,175 - $1,436 |
2.3% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $8,519 - $10,413 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 175 guests spend between $4,840 - $5,916 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $3,679 - $4,497. This makes up a portion of your (7.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,519 - $10,413 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,840 - $5,916 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,679 - $4,497 |
7.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $2,475 - $3,025. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,475 - $3,025 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,475 - $3,025 |
4.9% |