For a wedding with 175 guests in the Bowie MD, the estimated total cost is around $67,098 - $82,008. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bowie MD is approximately $426. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,098 - $82,008.
The average wedding cost in Bowie MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,098 - $82,008 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 $684 - $836. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $736 - $900.
In Bowie MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,077 - $4,983. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,808 - $7,098 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$684 - $836 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$736 - $900 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,077 - $4,983 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bowie MD is $760 - $928. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bowie MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$760 - $928 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$760 - $928 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bowie MD is $392 - $479. 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 |
$392 - $479 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$146 - $178 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,104 - $3,794, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bowie MD area is $2,151 - $2,629.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,104 - $3,794 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,151 - $2,629 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$953 - $1,165 |
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 Bowie MD, you should budget approximately $27,659 - $33,805, which is about 41.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,659 - $33,805 |
41.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,229 - $5,169 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,211 - $10,035 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,238 - $14,958 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,981 - $3,643 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,243 - $6,408. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,243 - $6,408 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$503 - $615 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$528 - $646 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,254 - $1,532 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,119 - $1,367 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$715 - $873 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,368 - $1,672.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,368 - $1,672 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$681 - $833 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$349 - $427 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,235 - $1,509. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,235 - $1,509 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$213 - $261 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$326 - $398 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,300 - $2,811, which is about 3.4% 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 $1,386 - $1,694, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,739 - $16,793 |
20.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$10,054 - $12,288 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,300 - $2,811 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,386 - $1,694 |
2.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bowie MD area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,562 - $1,909.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,562 - $1,909 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,562 - $1,909 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$481 - $587 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Bowie MD spend between $5,449 - $6,659 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bowie MD with 175 guests spend between $4,970 - $6,074 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,449 - $6,659 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,970 - $6,074 |
7.4% |