For a wedding with 38 guests in the Bethesda MD, the estimated total cost is around $23,202 - $28,358. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bethesda MD is approximately $678. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,202 - $28,358.
The average wedding cost in Bethesda MD is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,202 - $28,358 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Rockville MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $400 - $488. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $430 - $526.
In Rockville MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,357 - $2,881. This represents about 10.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,372 - $4,122 |
14.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$400 - $488 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $227 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$430 - $526 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,357 - $2,881 |
10.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Bethesda MD is $115 - $141. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bethesda MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bethesda MD is $306 - $374. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$306 - $374 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,623 - $1,983, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bethesda MD area is $1,623 - $1,983.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,623 - $1,983 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,623 - $1,983 |
7.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Bethesda MD, you should budget approximately $6,714 - $8,206, which is about 28.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,714 - $8,206 |
28.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$649 - $793 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,250 - $1,528 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,353 - $5,321 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$462 - $564 |
2.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $593 - $725. This accounts for roughly 2.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$593 - $725 |
2.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$593 - $725 |
2.6% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $480 - $586.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$480 - $586 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$137 - $167 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $226 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$105 - $129 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $46 - $56. This is approximately 0.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,392 - $1,702, which is about 6.0% 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 $845 - $1,033, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,237 - $2,735 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,392 - $1,702 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$845 - $1,033 |
3.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bethesda MD area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Bethesda MD spend between $7,415 - $9,063 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 32.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bethesda MD with 38 guests spend between $3,688 - $4,508 on wedding photography, which is about 15.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bethesda MD is $3,727 - $4,555. This makes up a portion of your (16.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,415 - $9,063 |
32.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,688 - $4,508 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,727 - $4,555 |
16.1% |