For a wedding with 38 guests in the Baltimore MD, the estimated total cost is around $41,936 - $51,255. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Baltimore MD is approximately $1,226. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,936 - $51,255.
The average wedding cost in Baltimore MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,936 - $51,255 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Laurel MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $454 - $554. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $490 - $598.
In Laurel MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,674 - $3,268. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,827 - $4,677 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$210 - $256 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$490 - $598 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,674 - $3,268 |
6.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Baltimore MD is $150 - $184. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Baltimore MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baltimore MD is $350 - $428. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$350 - $428 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,620 - $3,202, which is 6.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baltimore MD area is $1,815 - $2,219.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,620 - $3,202 |
6.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,815 - $2,219 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$805 - $983 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Baltimore MD, you should budget approximately $7,044 - $8,610, which is about 16.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,044 - $8,610 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$756 - $924 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,457 - $1,781 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,293 - $5,247 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$538 - $658 |
1.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,745 - $3,355. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,745 - $3,355 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$825 - $1,009 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,135 - $1,387 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $496 - $606.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$496 - $606 |
1.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $241 - $295. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$42 - $52 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$20 - $24 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,422 - $1,738, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,915 - $9,673 |
18.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$318 - $388 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,175 - $7,547 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,422 - $1,738 |
3.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baltimore MD area is $295 - $361. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$295 - $361 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$295 - $361 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,337 - $1,635.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,337 - $1,635 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,337 - $1,635 |
3.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$471 - $575 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$471 - $575 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Baltimore MD spend between $8,015 - $9,796 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baltimore MD with 38 guests spend between $4,127 - $5,045 on wedding photography, which is about 9.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baltimore MD is $3,137 - $3,834. This makes up a portion of your (7.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,015 - $9,796 |
19.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$334 - $408 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$417 - $509 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,127 - $5,045 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,137 - $3,834 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Baltimore MD is estimated to be $5,828 - $7,124. This service accounts for 13.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,828 - $7,124 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,828 - $7,124 |
13.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $601 - $735.
| Transportation Cost |
$601 - $735 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$601 - $735 |
1.4% |