For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $33,472 - $40,910. 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 $496. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,472 - $40,910.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,472 - $40,910 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $310 - $378. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $329 - $402.
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,855 - $2,267. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,632 - $3,216 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$329 - $402 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,855 - $2,267 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charleston SC is $266 - $325. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$266 - $325 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$266 - $325 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $237 - $289. 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 |
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,527 - $5,533, which is 13.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,112 - $1,359.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $2,937 - $3,589 which is 8.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,527 - $5,533 |
13.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,112 - $1,359 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$479 - $585 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,937 - $3,589 |
8.8% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $9,558 - $11,682, which is about 28.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,558 - $11,682 |
28.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,392 - $1,702 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,707 - $3,309 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,472 - $5,466 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$986 - $1,206 |
2.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,093 - $2,559. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,093 - $2,559 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $612 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$653 - $798 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$335 - $409 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$207 - $253 |
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 $580 - $708.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$580 - $708 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$226 - $276 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $381 - $465. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$381 - $465 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$42 - $52 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,048 - $1,280, which is about 3.1% 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 $625 - $763, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,672 - $2,044 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$625 - $763 |
1.9% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $851 - $1,041.
| Other Events Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$851 - $1,041 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,955 - $7,279 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 75 guests spend between $2,988 - $3,652 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,189 - $2,675. This makes up a portion of your (6.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,955 - $7,279 |
17.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$403 - $493 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,988 - $3,652 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,189 - $2,675 |
6.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,698 - $4,520. This service accounts for 11.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,698 - $4,520 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,698 - $4,520 |
11.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $372 - $454.
| Transportation Cost |
$372 - $454 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$372 - $454 |
1.1% |