For a wedding with 250 guests in the Bowie MD, the estimated total cost is around $90,098 - $110,120. 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 $400. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $90,098 - $110,120.
The average wedding cost in Bowie MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $90,098 - $110,120 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Potomac MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $779 - $952. 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 $825 - $1,009.
In Potomac MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,669 - $5,707. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,621 - $8,093 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$779 - $952 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$348 - $426 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$825 - $1,009 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,669 - $5,707 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Bowie MD is $1,065 - $1,301. 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 |
$1,065 - $1,301 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bowie MD is $356 - $436. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$356 - $436 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,012 - $9,792, which is 8.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bowie MD area is $1,577 - $1,927.
For a live band, couples in Bowie MD typically budget around $4,332 - $5,294 which is 4.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,012 - $9,792 |
8.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,577 - $1,927 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$689 - $843 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,332 - $5,294 |
4.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,414 - $1,728 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Bowie MD, you should budget approximately $30,927 - $37,799, which is about 34.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,927 - $37,799 |
34.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,639 - $6,893 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,974 - $13,412 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,333 - $12,629 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,981 - $4,865 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,929 - $7,247. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,929 - $7,247 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,086 - $1,328 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$482 - $590 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$770 - $941 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$993 - $1,213 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,593 - $1,947 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,775 - $2,169.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,775 - $2,169 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$165 - $201 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$209 - $255 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$490 - $598 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,693 - $2,069. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,693 - $2,069 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$275 - $337 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$455 - $557 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$204 - $250 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$245 - $299 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,299 - $2,809, 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 $1,368 - $1,672, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,374 - $18,790 |
17.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$500 - $611 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$468 - $572 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$10,120 - $12,368 |
11.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$620 - $758 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,299 - $2,809 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,368 - $1,672 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bowie MD area is $308 - $376. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$308 - $376 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$308 - $376 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,183 - $1,445.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,183 - $1,445 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,183 - $1,445 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$495 - $605 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$495 - $605 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Bowie MD spend between $8,810 - $10,768 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bowie MD with 250 guests spend between $3,614 - $4,418 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bowie MD is $2,715 - $3,319. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,810 - $10,768 |
9.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$347 - $425 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$581 - $711 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$505 - $617 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$380 - $464 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$667 - $815 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,614 - $4,418 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,715 - $3,319 |
3.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Bowie MD is estimated to be $5,166 - $6,314. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,166 - $6,314 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,166 - $6,314 |
5.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,385 - $2,915.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,385 - $2,915 |
2.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$618 - $756 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,767 - $2,159 |
2.0% |