For a wedding with 38 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $16,630 - $20,326. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Washington DC is approximately $486. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,630 - $20,326.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,630 - $20,326 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Providence RI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $212 - $259. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $228 - $278.
In Providence RI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,246 - $1,522. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,783 - $2,179 |
10.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$212 - $259 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$228 - $278 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,246 - $1,522 |
7.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Washington DC is $122 - $149. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Washington DC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$122 - $149 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$122 - $149 |
0.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $666 - $814, which is 4.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$666 - $814 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$666 - $814 |
4.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $5,284 - $6,458, which is about 31.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,284 - $6,458 |
31.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,170 - $1,430 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,682 - $4,500 |
22.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$432 - $528 |
2.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,925 - $2,353. This accounts for roughly 11.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
11.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$727 - $889 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$951 - $1,163 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$152 - $186 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $162 - $198.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$162 - $198 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$98 - $120 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$64 - $78 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $140 - $172. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$140 - $172 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $716 - $875, which is about 4.3% 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 $434 - $530, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,149 - $1,405 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$716 - $875 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$434 - $530 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
2.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
2.9% |
On average, couples in Washington DC spend between $4,773 - $5,833 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 28.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 38 guests spend between $3,413 - $4,171 on wedding photography, which is about 20.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,773 - $5,833 |
28.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$340 - $416 |
2.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$371 - $453 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,413 - $4,171 |
20.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $148 - $180.
| Transportation Cost |
$148 - $180 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$148 - $180 |
0.9% |