For a wedding with 75 guests in the Washington DC, the estimated total cost is around $23,992 - $29,324. 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 $355. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,992 - $29,324.
The average wedding cost in Washington DC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,992 - $29,324 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $354 - $432. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $382 - $466.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,087 - $2,551. This represents about 8.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,986 - $3,650 |
12.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$354 - $432 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$164 - $200 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$382 - $466 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,087 - $2,551 |
8.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Washington DC is $190 - $232. 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 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$190 - $232 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$190 - $232 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Washington DC is $270 - $330. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$270 - $330 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,681 - $2,055, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Washington DC area is $1,165 - $1,423.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,681 - $2,055 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,165 - $1,423 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$517 - $631 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Washington DC, you should budget approximately $8,631 - $10,549, which is about 36.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,631 - $10,549 |
36.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,003 - $2,449 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,848 - $5,926 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$740 - $904 |
3.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,015 - $2,463. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,015 - $2,463 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$524 - $640 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$181 - $221 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$682 - $834 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$239 - $292 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$152 - $186 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $653 - $798.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$653 - $798 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$154 - $188 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$208 - $254 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$168 - $206 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$122 - $150 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $458 - $560. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$458 - $560 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$36 - $44 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Washington DC 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 Washington DC spend between $5,000 - $6,112 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Washington DC with 75 guests spend between $2,648 - $3,236 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Washington DC is $2,012 - $2,460. This makes up a portion of your (8.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,000 - $6,112 |
20.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$340 - $416 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,648 - $3,236 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,012 - $2,460 |
8.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Washington DC is estimated to be $1,807 - $2,209. This service accounts for 7.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,807 - $2,209 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,807 - $2,209 |
7.5% |