For a wedding with 75 guests in the charlotte, nc, the estimated total cost is around $26,645 - $32,566. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in charlotte, nc is approximately $395. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,645 - $32,566.
The average wedding cost in charlotte, nc is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,645 - $32,566 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $380 - $464. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $423 - $517.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,321 - $2,837. This represents about 8.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,279 - $4,007 |
12.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$380 - $464 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$423 - $517 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,321 - $2,837 |
8.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in charlotte, nc is $243 - $297. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the charlotte, nc area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$243 - $297 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$243 - $297 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in charlotte, nc is $219 - $267. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$219 - $267 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $905 - $1,107, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the charlotte, nc area is $905 - $1,107.
| Entertainment Cost |
$905 - $1,107 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$905 - $1,107 |
3.4% |
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 charlotte, nc, you should budget approximately $8,262 - $10,098, which is about 31.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,262 - $10,098 |
31.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,209 - $2,699 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,060 - $4,962 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$856 - $1,046 |
3.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,724 - $2,108. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,724 - $2,108 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$394 - $482 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$172 - $210 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$523 - $639 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$271 - $331 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$192 - $234 |
0.7% |
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 $609 - $745.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$609 - $745 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $237 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$205 - $251 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $338 - $414. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$338 - $414 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,231 - $1,505, which is about 4.6% 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 $740 - $904, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,971 - $2,409 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$740 - $904 |
2.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the charlotte, nc area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $725 - $887.
| Other Events Cost |
$725 - $887 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$725 - $887 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in charlotte, nc spend between $4,789 - $5,853 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in charlotte, nc with 75 guests spend between $2,147 - $2,625 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in charlotte, nc is $1,837 - $2,245. This makes up a portion of your (6.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,789 - $5,853 |
18.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$455 - $557 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,147 - $2,625 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,837 - $2,245 |
6.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in charlotte, nc is estimated to be $2,930 - $3,582. This service accounts for 11.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,930 - $3,582 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,930 - $3,582 |
11.0% |