For a wedding with 125 guests in the Bowie MD, the estimated total cost is around $48,452 - $59,219. 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 $431. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,452 - $59,219.
The average wedding cost in Bowie MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,452 - $59,219 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 $404 - $494. 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 $434 - $530.
In Laurel MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,403 - $2,937. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,424 - $4,184 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$404 - $494 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$434 - $530 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,403 - $2,937 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Bowie MD is $536 - $655. 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 |
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bowie MD is $375 - $459. 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 |
$375 - $459 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$168 - $206 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,000 - $3,666, which is 6.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bowie MD area is $2,079 - $2,541.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,000 - $3,666 |
6.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,079 - $2,541 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$921 - $1,125 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Bowie MD, you should budget approximately $19,967 - $24,405, which is about 41.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,967 - $24,405 |
41.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,791 - $3,411 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,419 - $6,623 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,790 - $11,966 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,967 - $2,405 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,081 - $4,987. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,081 - $4,987 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$918 - $1,122 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,301 - $1,590 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$676 - $826 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$432 - $528 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $960 - $1,174.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$960 - $1,174 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$450 - $550 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $809 - $989. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$809 - $989 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,307 - $1,597, which is about 2.7% 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 $788 - $963, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,806 - $9,540 |
16.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,711 - $6,981 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$788 - $963 |
1.6% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,509 - $1,845.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,509 - $1,845 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,509 - $1,845 |
3.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$481 - $587 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Bowie MD spend between $5,204 - $6,360 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bowie MD with 125 guests spend between $4,803 - $5,871 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,204 - $6,360 |
10.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $490 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,803 - $5,871 |
9.9% |