Events & Creative, Washington

Catering cost in Seattle, WA

A typical Catering figure in Seattle is about $50 per person, about 25% above the national figure of $40.

Typical cost

Typical in Seattle

$50

per person

On the low end
$23
On the high end
$106

Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Seattle. Not a quote.

What moves the price

  1. Menu
  2. Service style
  3. Staffing
  4. Rentals
  5. Bar

Ways to pay less

  1. Choose buffet
  2. Limit passed apps
  3. BYO alcohol where legal
  4. Cut guest count
  5. Ask about leftover policy

Catering in similar cities

PlaceTypicalRange
Seattle, WA$50
$23 to $106
National typical$40
$18 to $85
Bellevue, WA$53
$24 to $112
Kent, WA$44
$20 to $94
Everett, WA$43
$20 to $92
Los Angeles, CA$50
$23 to $106
Alexandria, VA$50
$23 to $105

Other Events & Creative costs in Seattle

Questions people ask

Catering in Seattle: what does it cost?

In Seattle, WA, Catering typically costs about $50 per person, with most prices between $23 and $106.

Why is Seattle higher than the national price?

Prices in Seattle run about 25% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.

Is this a quote?

No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.