Events & Creative, District of Columbia
Catering cost in Washington, DC
A typical Catering figure in Washington is about $52 per person, about 30% above the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in Washington
$52
per person
- On the low end
- $24
- On the high end
- $111
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Washington. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | $52 | $24 to $111 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Irvine, CA | $52 | $24 to $111 |
| Arlington, VA | $51 | $23 to $109 |
| Bellevue, WA | $53 | $24 to $112 |
| Berkeley, CA | $53 | $24 to $112 |
| Boston, MA | $53 | $24 to $112 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in Washington: what does it cost?
In Washington, DC, Catering typically costs about $52 per person, with most prices between $24 and $111.
Why is Washington higher than the national price?
Prices in Washington run about 30% 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.