For a wedding with 75 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $35,840 - $43,804. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $531. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,840 - $43,804.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,840 - $43,804 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $441 - $539. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $468 - $572.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,642 - $3,230. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,748 - $4,580 |
10.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$441 - $539 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$468 - $572 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,642 - $3,230 |
7.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Raleigh NC is $281 - $343. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$281 - $343 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$281 - $343 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $239 - $292. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,721 - $2,103, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,202 - $1,470.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,721 - $2,103 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,202 - $1,470 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$518 - $634 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $10,334 - $12,630, which is about 28.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,334 - $12,630 |
28.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,459 - $1,783 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,838 - $3,468 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,003 - $6,115 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,034 - $1,264 |
2.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,231 - $2,727. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,231 - $2,727 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$521 - $637 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$713 - $871 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $625 - $763.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$625 - $763 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $405 - $495. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$46 - $56 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,449 - $1,771, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $863 - $1,055, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,690 - $10,622 |
24.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,378 - $7,796 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,449 - $1,771 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$863 - $1,055 |
2.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $920 - $1,124.
| Other Events Cost |
$920 - $1,124 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$920 - $1,124 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $3,639 - $4,447 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 75 guests spend between $3,224 - $3,940 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,639 - $4,447 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,224 - $3,940 |
9.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $1,978 - $2,418. This service accounts for 5.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,978 - $2,418 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,978 - $2,418 |
5.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $370 - $452.
| Transportation Cost |
$370 - $452 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$370 - $452 |
1.0% |