For a wedding with 250 guests in the College Park MD, the estimated total cost is around $66,838 - $81,690. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in College Park MD is approximately $297. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $66,838 - $81,690.
The average wedding cost in College Park MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $66,838 - $81,690 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In District Heights MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $287 - $351. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $310 - $378.
In District Heights MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,712 - $2,092. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,438 - $2,980 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$287 - $351 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$310 - $378 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,712 - $2,092 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in College Park MD is $1,045 - $1,277. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the College Park MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in College Park MD is $293 - $358. 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 |
$293 - $358 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$160 - $196 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,669 - $3,262, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the College Park MD area is $1,850 - $2,261.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,669 - $3,262 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,850 - $2,261 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in College Park MD, you should budget approximately $34,197 - $41,797, which is about 51.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,197 - $41,797 |
51.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,846 - $7,146 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,351 - $13,873 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,879 - $15,741 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,121 - $5,037 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,661 - $3,253. This accounts for roughly 4.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,661 - $3,253 |
4.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$796 - $972 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$667 - $815 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$842 - $1,030 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,624 - $1,984. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,624 - $1,984 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$410 - $501 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$208 - $254 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$241 - $295 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $995 - $1,217, which is about 1.5% 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 $599 - $733, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,948 - $7,270 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,353 - $5,321 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$995 - $1,217 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$599 - $733 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the College Park MD area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,343 - $1,641.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,343 - $1,641 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,343 - $1,641 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$481 - $587 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in College Park MD spend between $7,926 - $9,688 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in College Park MD with 250 guests spend between $4,272 - $5,222 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in College Park MD is $3,275 - $4,003. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,926 - $9,688 |
11.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$379 - $463 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,272 - $5,222 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,275 - $4,003 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in College Park MD is estimated to be $5,913 - $7,227. This service accounts for 8.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,913 - $7,227 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,913 - $7,227 |
8.8% |