Planning a wedding in Raleigh? This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of 150 to 200 people and an average wedding cost of $33,278 - $40,674. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
| Wedding Budget: $33,278 - $40,674 |
| Lives in: Apopka FL |
| Planning a wedding in: Raleigh See Orlando Kissimmee Sanford FL market data |
| Season: Spring Wedding in 2027 |
| How many guests: This estimate is based on having 175 guests with a range of 150 to 200 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $190 - $232 to the total amount spent. |
| The ceremony and reception will be at the same location |
| Wedding Location: an event facility |
| Type of wedding: Traditional |
| Wedding color theme: Champagne |
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| Category | Estimated Cost | Percent of Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Attire & Accessories | $2,683 - $3,279 | 8.1% |
| Bakery | $705 - $861 | 2.1% |
| Entertainment | $1,574 - $1,924 | 4.7% |
| Event Venue & Services | $23,344 - $28,532 | 70.1% |
| Flowers & Decorations | $4,973 - $6,078 | 14.9% |
| Total Cost | $33,278 - $40,674 | 100% |
| Dress Accessories | $328 - $400 | 1.0% |
| Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories | $153 - $187 | 0.5% |
| Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase | $339 - $415 | 1.0% |
| Wedding Dress | $1,863 - $2,277 | 5.6% |
| Attire & Accessories Total Cost | $2,683 - $3,279 | 8.1% |
| Wedding Cake/dessert | $705 - $861 | 2.1% |
| Bakery Total Cost | $705 - $861 | 2.1% |
| DJ/MC | $1,088 - $1,330 | 3.3% |
| Entertainment lighting | $486 - $594 | 1.5% |
| Entertainment Total Cost | $1,574 - $1,924 | 4.7% |
| Wedding Venue Bar Service | $3,833 - $4,685 | 11.5% |
| Wedding Venue Food Service | $7,332 - $8,962 | 22.0% |
| Wedding Venue Location Fee | $9,527 - $11,645 | 28.6% |
| Wedding Venue Rentals | $2,651 - $3,241 | 8.0% |
| Event Venue & Services Total Cost | $23,344 - $28,532 | 70.1% |
| Bouquets | $503 - $615 | 1.5% |
| Boutonnieres/Corsages | $231 - $283 | 0.7% |
| Ceremony Flowers & Decorations | $1,531 - $1,871 | 4.6% |
| Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations | $1,188 - $1,452 | 3.6% |
| Venue Decorations | $1,519 - $1,857 | 4.6% |
| Flowers & Decorations Total Cost | $4,973 - $6,078 | 14.9% |
The average cost of a wedding in Raleigh is based on real spending reported by couples, not vendor price lists. It includes both new and used items, and services provided by professionals, independent providers, or even friends and family. Every wedding is unique, and what couples spend can vary widely depending on their preferences and circumstances.
