For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $31,070 - $37,974. 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 $276. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,070 - $37,974.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,070 - $37,974 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 $228 - $278. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $242 - $296.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,365 - $1,669. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,937 - $2,367 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$242 - $296 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,365 - $1,669 |
4.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $438 - $536. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$438 - $536 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$438 - $536 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $100 - $122. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,525 - $1,863, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,061 - $1,297.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,525 - $1,863 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $567 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $14,245 - $17,411, which is about 45.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,245 - $17,411 |
45.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,336 - $2,856 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,547 - $5,557 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,712 - $6,982 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,650 - $2,016 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,538 - $3,102. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,538 - $3,102 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$629 - $769 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$549 - $671 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $424 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $792 - $968.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$792 - $968 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$378 - $462 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $657 - $803. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$657 - $803 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $801 - $979, which is about 2.6% 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 $477 - $583, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,442 - $1,762 |
4.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$801 - $979 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$477 - $583 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $796 - $972.
| Other Events Cost |
$796 - $972 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$796 - $972 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $5,230 - $6,392 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $2,987 - $3,651 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,243 - $2,741. This makes up a portion of your (7.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,230 - $6,392 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,987 - $3,651 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,243 - $2,741 |
7.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $705 - $861.
| Transportation Cost |
$705 - $861 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$705 - $861 |
2.3% |