For a wedding with 125 guests in the Bellingham WA, the estimated total cost is around $44,122 - $53,926. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bellingham WA is approximately $392. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,122 - $53,926.
The average wedding cost in Bellingham WA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,122 - $53,926 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lynden WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $333 - $407. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $359 - $439.
In Lynden WA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,963 - $2,399. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,809 - $3,433 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$333 - $407 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$359 - $439 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,963 - $2,399 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Bellingham WA is $527 - $645. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bellingham WA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$527 - $645 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$527 - $645 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bellingham WA is $284 - $347. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$284 - $347 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,808 - $2,210, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bellingham WA area is $1,252 - $1,530.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,808 - $2,210 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,252 - $1,530 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$556 - $680 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Bellingham WA, you should budget approximately $16,367 - $20,004, which is about 37.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,367 - $20,004 |
37.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,711 - $3,313 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,225 - $6,387 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,501 - $7,945 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,930 - $2,358 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,127 - $3,821. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,127 - $3,821 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$614 - $750 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$361 - $441 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$786 - $960 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$663 - $811 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$424 - $518 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $993 - $1,213.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$993 - $1,213 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$439 - $537 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $899 - $1,099. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$899 - $1,099 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,042 - $1,274, which is about 2.4% 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 $632 - $772, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,963 - $8,511 |
15.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,525 - $5,531 |
10.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$297 - $363 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,042 - $1,274 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$632 - $772 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bellingham WA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $923 - $1,128.
| Other Events Cost |
$923 - $1,128 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$923 - $1,128 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$466 - $570 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$466 - $570 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Bellingham WA spend between $8,664 - $10,590 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bellingham WA with 125 guests spend between $3,411 - $4,169 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bellingham WA is $2,593 - $3,169. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,664 - $10,590 |
19.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$482 - $589 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$518 - $634 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$908 - $1,110 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,411 - $4,169 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,593 - $3,169 |
5.9% |