For a wedding with 125 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $60,431 - $73,860. 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 $537. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,431 - $73,860.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,431 - $73,860 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 $505 - $617. 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 $544 - $664.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,975 - $3,636. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,256 - $5,202 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$505 - $617 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$544 - $664 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,975 - $3,636 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Washington DC is $528 - $646. 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 |
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $348 - $426. 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 |
$348 - $426 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,329 - $7,735, which is 10.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Washington DC typically budget around $5,447 - $6,657 which is 9.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,329 - $7,735 |
10.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$882 - $1,078 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,447 - $6,657 |
9.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $20,383 - $24,913, which is about 33.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,383 - $24,913 |
33.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,839 - $3,469 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,473 - $6,689 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,051 - $12,285 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,021 - $2,470 |
3.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,969 - $4,851. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,969 - $4,851 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$783 - $957 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$356 - $435 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$372 - $454 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$780 - $954 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$499 - $609 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,045 - $1,277.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$461 - $563 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$252 - $308 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $910 - $1,112. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$910 - $1,112 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,664 - $2,034, which is about 2.8% 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 $1,009 - $1,233, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,896 - $12,095 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,223 - $8,828 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,664 - $2,034 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,465 - $1,791.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,465 - $1,791 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,465 - $1,791 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $6,191 - $7,567 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 125 guests spend between $5,738 - $7,013 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,191 - $7,567 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$454 - $554 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,738 - $7,013 |
9.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $3,087 - $3,773. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,087 - $3,773 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,087 - $3,773 |
5.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,244 - $1,520.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,244 - $1,520 |
2.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$632 - $772 |
1.0% |