For a wedding with 250 guests in the Baltimore MD, the estimated total cost is around $76,609 - $93,633. 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 $340. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $76,609 - $93,633.
The average wedding cost in Baltimore MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $76,609 - $93,633 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Columbia MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $476 - $582. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $514 - $628.
In Columbia MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,808 - $3,432. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,019 - $4,912 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$476 - $582 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$221 - $270 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$514 - $628 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,808 - $3,432 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Baltimore MD is $1,143 - $1,397. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,143 - $1,397 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
1.5% |
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 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$350 - $428 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,937 - $4,811, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baltimore MD area is $1,679 - $2,052.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,937 - $4,811 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$744 - $910 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,514 - $1,850 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Baltimore MD, you should budget approximately $33,082 - $40,434, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,082 - $40,434 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,969 - $7,295 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,504 - $14,060 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,361 - $13,885 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,249 - $5,193 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,972 - $7,300. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,972 - $7,300 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$825 - $1,009 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$375 - $459 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$764 - $934 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,293 - $1,581 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,655 - $2,023 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,059 - $1,295 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,802 - $2,202.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,802 - $2,202 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$182 - $222 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$968 - $1,183 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$518 - $633 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,900 - $2,322. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,900 - $2,322 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$324 - $396 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$482 - $589 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$286 - $350 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$227 - $277 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,453 - $1,775, which is about 1.9% 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 $881 - $1,077, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,378 - $11,462 |
12.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$324 - $396 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,305 - $7,707 |
8.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$415 - $507 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,453 - $1,775 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$881 - $1,077 |
1.2% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$295 - $361 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,237 - $1,511.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,237 - $1,511 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$471 - $575 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$471 - $575 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Baltimore MD spend between $7,635 - $9,331 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baltimore MD with 250 guests spend between $3,816 - $4,664 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baltimore MD is $2,901 - $3,545. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,635 - $9,331 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$431 - $527 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$487 - $595 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,816 - $4,664 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,901 - $3,545 |
3.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Baltimore MD is estimated to be $5,389 - $6,587. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,389 - $6,587 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,389 - $6,587 |
7.0% |