For a wedding with 125 guests in the Forest Hill MD, the estimated total cost is around $45,812 - $55,992. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Forest Hill MD is approximately $407. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,812 - $55,992.
The average wedding cost in Forest Hill MD is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,812 - $55,992 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Forest Hill MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $401 - $490. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $431 - $527.
In Forest Hill MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,358 - $2,882. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,374 - $4,124 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$431 - $527 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,358 - $2,882 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Forest Hill MD is $442 - $540. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Forest Hill MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$442 - $540 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$442 - $540 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Forest Hill MD is $298 - $364. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$298 - $364 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,375 - $9,013, which is 16.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Forest Hill MD area is $1,451 - $1,773.
For a live band, couples in Forest Hill MD typically budget around $3,973 - $4,855 which is 8.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,375 - $9,013 |
16.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,451 - $1,773 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$644 - $787 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,973 - $4,855 |
8.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,308 - $1,598 |
2.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Forest Hill MD, you should budget approximately $19,508 - $23,844, which is about 42.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,508 - $23,844 |
42.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,327 - $2,844 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,484 - $5,480 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,042 - $13,496 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,656 - $2,024 |
3.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,056 - $3,735. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,056 - $3,735 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$657 - $803 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$297 - $363 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$893 - $1,091 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$554 - $678 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$356 - $435 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $895 - $1,093.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$895 - $1,093 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$377 - $461 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $971 - $1,187. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$971 - $1,187 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Forest Hill MD area is $295 - $361. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,068 - $1,306.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,068 - $1,306 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$471 - $575 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$471 - $575 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Forest Hill MD spend between $8,060 - $9,851 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Forest Hill MD with 125 guests spend between $3,298 - $4,030 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Forest Hill MD is $2,507 - $3,064. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,060 - $9,851 |
17.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$334 - $408 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$432 - $528 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$487 - $595 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$365 - $446 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$638 - $780 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,298 - $4,030 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,507 - $3,064 |
5.5% |