Wedding Cost Calculator

Washington DC, DC

All estimates are local averages. We recommend budgeting an additional 10% contingency buffer.

Venue & Logistics

Reception venue$12,600
Ceremony venue$6,300
Transportation$2,200

Food & Drink

Catering (per guest)$135
Bar & beverages$4,500
Wedding cake$1,450

Visual & Media

Photography & video$7,200
Flowers & florals$4,500
Décor & lighting$3,600

Entertainment & People

DJ / band$3,600
Officiant$700
Hair & makeup$1,450

Attire & Extras

Wedding dress$3,200
Groom attire$700
Invitations$900
Favors$700
Rehearsal dinner$3,600
Honeymoon$9,000

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About weddings in Washington DC

Getting married in Washington DC, Washington D.C.? Use our local cost data to build a realistic wedding budget. In Washington DC, venue costs average $12,600, setting the baseline for your overall budget. With local catering averaging $135 per guest, your headcount will have a major impact on the bottom line. Local photography and video packages average $7,200 — worth every penny for lasting memories. Other key costs in Washington DC include DJ or live entertainment ($3,600), florals and décor ($4,500), wedding cake ($1,450). Start building your personalized Washington DC wedding budget now — our free tool lets you adjust every category to match your vision.

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Washington DC, DC Wedding Cost Calculator