For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $47,841 - $58,473. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $213. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,841 - $58,473.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,841 - $58,473 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $234 - $286. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $248 - $304.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,406 - $1,718. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,994 - $2,437 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,406 - $1,718 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charleston SC is $992 - $1,212. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$992 - $1,212 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$992 - $1,212 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $221 - $270. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,413 - $1,727, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $987 - $1,207.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,413 - $1,727 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$987 - $1,207 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$426 - $520 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $27,074 - $33,090, which is about 56.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,074 - $33,090 |
56.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,131 - $6,271 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,979 - $12,197 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,327 - $10,177 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,637 - $4,445 |
7.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,154 - $5,078. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,154 - $5,078 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$492 - $602 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$621 - $759 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,252 - $1,530 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$775 - $947 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,558 - $1,904.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,558 - $1,904 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$504 - $616 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,770 - $2,164. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,770 - $2,164 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$284 - $347 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$469 - $573 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $780 - $954, which is about 1.6% 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 $465 - $569, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,680 - $5,720 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,434 - $4,198 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$780 - $954 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$465 - $569 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $756 - $924.
| Other Events Cost |
$756 - $924 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$756 - $924 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $2,579 - $3,153 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 250 guests spend between $2,234 - $2,730 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,579 - $3,153 |
5.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$346 - $422 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,234 - $2,730 |
4.7% |