For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $54,828 - $67,012. 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 $348. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,828 - $67,012.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,828 - $67,012 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 $319 - $389. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $338 - $414.
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,913 - $2,339. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,714 - $3,317 |
4.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $414 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,913 - $2,339 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $721 - $881. 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 |
$721 - $881 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$721 - $881 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,175 - $7,547, which is 11.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,215 - $1,485.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,338 - $4,080 which is 6.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,175 - $7,547 |
11.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,215 - $1,485 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$532 - $650 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,338 - $4,080 |
6.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,090 - $1,332 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $22,453 - $27,443, which is about 41.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,453 - $27,443 |
41.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,901 - $4,767 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,592 - $9,280 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,206 - $10,030 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,754 - $3,366 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,403 - $4,159. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,403 - $4,159 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$522 - $638 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$711 - $869 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$904 - $1,104 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$571 - $697 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,166 - $1,426.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,166 - $1,426 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$631 - $771 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$294 - $360 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,316 - $1,608. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,316 - $1,608 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,089 - $1,331, which is about 2.0% 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 $649 - $793, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,534 - $7,986 |
11.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,796 - $5,862 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,089 - $1,331 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$649 - $793 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $252 - $308. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $912 - $1,114.
| Other Events Cost |
$912 - $1,114 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $6,580 - $8,042 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $3,308 - $4,043 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,484 - $3,036. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,580 - $8,042 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$413 - $505 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,308 - $4,043 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,484 - $3,036 |
4.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,949 - $2,383. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,949 - $2,383 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,949 - $2,383 |
3.6% |