Wedding Costs in Maryland
Maryland offers diverse wedding settings from the Chesapeake Bay waterfront to Baltimore's historic architecture and the rolling horse country of the western counties. The state's proximity to DC means access to world-class vendors, though this also drives costs above average.
$38,000
Average Wedding Cost
$11,500
Average Venue Cost
150
Average Guest Count
+15%
vs National Average
Cost Index: 1.15x
A cost index of 1.15x means weddings in Maryland cost approximately 15% more than the national average.
Estimated Vendor Costs in Maryland
🏛️ Wedding Venue$12,075🍽️ Catering$8,625📸 Wedding Photographer$4,025🎥 Wedding Videographer$2,875💐 Wedding Florist$3,220🎵 DJ / Band$2,070📋 Wedding Planner / Coordinator$2,530🎂 Wedding Cake / Bakery$690👗 Wedding Dress / Attire$2,300💄 Hair & Makeup$690💍 Wedding Officiant$402✉️ Wedding Invitations / Stationery$575🚗 Wedding Transportation$920🪑 Wedding Rentals$2,070✨ Lighting & Decor$1,380
Popular Wedding Venues in Maryland
- ♥Evergreen Museum (Baltimore)
- ♥Chesapeake Bay Beach Club (Stevensville)
- ♥The George Peabody Library (Baltimore)
- ♥Antrim 1844 (Taneytown)
Marriage License Requirements in Maryland
License Fee
$55
Waiting Period
48 hours
Blood Test Required
No
Minimum Age
18 (17 with parental consent)
License Valid For
6 months
The 48-hour waiting period begins when the license is issued.
Local Wedding Traditions
- ★Chesapeake Bay waterfront celebrations
- ★Crab feast receptions
- ★Historic Annapolis ceremonies
- ★Black-eyed Susan floral arrangements
Best Seasons to Marry
- ☀Late Spring (May-June)
- ☀Fall (September-October)
Off-season weddings can save 20-40% on venue and vendor costs.