Average cost of a wedding in Washington DC with 100 to 150 guests is between $37,067 and $45,305

Wedding Cost Summary

What is the average cost of a wedding in Washington DC? Its a fall wedding with 100 to 150 guests. The type of wedding is Fun, Simple, Traditional and the wedding color theme is Purples. The estimated cost for this type of wedding is typically between $37,067 and $45,305.

Lives in: Washington DC - Washington DC Wedding Statistics
Planning a wedding in: Washington DC
Season: Fall Wedding
How many guests: This estimate is based on having 125 guests with a range of 100 to 150 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $297 - $362 to the total amount spent.
Type of wedding: Fun, Simple, Traditional
Wedding color theme: Purples

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Wedding Cost by Category

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Category > Item Estimated Cost % of Total
Attire & Accessories $2,459 - $3,005 6.6%
Dress Accessories $289 - $353 0.8%
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories $129 - $157 0.3%
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase $307 - $375 0.8%
Wedding Dress $1,734 - $2,120 4.7%
Bakery $437 - $534 1.2%
Wedding Cake/dessert $437 - $534 1.2%
Beauty & Spa $246 - $300 0.7%
Hair Service $135 - $165 0.4%
Makeup Service $111 - $135 0.3%
Entertainment $5,713 - $6,983 15.4%
DJ/MC $1,403 - $1,715 3.8%
Entertainment lighting $605 - $739 1.6%
Live Band $3,705 - $4,529 10.0%
Event Venue $14,832 - $18,128 40.0%
Wedding Venue Bar Service $2,199 - $2,687 5.9%
Wedding Venue Food Service $4,277 - $5,227 11.5%
Wedding Venue Location $6,798 - $8,308 18.3%
Wedding Venue Rentals $1,559 - $1,905 4.2%
Flowers & Decorations $2,849 - $3,483 7.7%
Bouquets $735 - $899 2.0%
Boutonnieres, Corsages $328 - $400 0.9%
Wedding Venue Decorations $896 - $1,096 2.4%
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements $550 - $672 1.5%
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces $340 - $416 0.9%
Gifts & Favors $570 - $696 1.5%
Tips (for all services) $357 - $437 1.0%
Wedding Favors $212 - $260 0.6%
Invitations $616 - $752 1.7%
Guest Book $57 - $69 0.2%
Invitations & Reply Cards $197 - $241 0.5%
Postage $92 - $112 0.2%
Save the Date Cards $105 - $129 0.3%
Table Name and Escort/place Cards $80 - $98 0.2%
Thank You Cards $85 - $103 0.2%
Jewelry $1,573 - $1,923 4.2%
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1 $986 - $1,206 2.7%
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2 $587 - $717 1.6%
Officiant $305 - $373 0.8%
Officiant $305 - $373 0.8%
Other Events $1,075 - $1,313 2.9%
Rehearsal Dinner $1,075 - $1,313 2.9%
Other Items $491 - $601 1.3%
Hotel Room for After Reception $491 - $601 1.3%
Photography & Video $3,594 - $4,392 9.7%
Engagement Session $418 - $510 1.1%
Wedding Photographer $3,176 - $3,882 8.6%
Planner/Coordinator $2,309 - $2,822 6.2%
Wedding Coordinator $2,309 - $2,822 6.2%
Estimated Total Cost: $37,067 - $45,305 100%

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Attire & Accessories
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Jewelry
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Planner/Coordinator
Peaceful Mind Weddings

172 Drexel Court

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Flowers & Decorations
Queen & i - Floral Preservation

Reston, VA 20191

Queen & i is the Nations foremost authority on museum grade floral preservation. Queen & i sets a standard unequaled in the industry. Queen & i's floral preservation process transforms your bouquet into a lasting work of fine art.

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NOTE: The average cost of a wedding in Washington DC is based on the answers to your questions and spending of other couples getting married, not vendor prices. This typically includes purchases of both new and used items. This typically includes purchases of services from professionals, someone that simply provides the service, or a hired family member or friend. Every wedding is different, and the amount couples spend can vary widely.