For a wedding with 125 guests in the 49417, the estimated total cost is around $33,722 - $41,216. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in 49417 is approximately $300. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,722 - $41,216.
The average wedding cost in 49417 is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,722 - $41,216 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 $279 - $341. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $301 - $367.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,644 - $2,010. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,353 - $2,875 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$301 - $367 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,644 - $2,010 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in 49417 is $425 - $519. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the 49417 area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$425 - $519 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$425 - $519 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,608 - $1,966, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the 49417 area is $1,114 - $1,362.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,608 - $1,966 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,114 - $1,362 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$494 - $604 |
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 49417, you should budget approximately $13,851 - $16,929, which is about 41.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,851 - $16,929 |
41.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,283 - $2,791 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,400 - $5,378 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,542 - $6,774 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,625 - $1,987 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,585 - $3,159. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,585 - $3,159 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$524 - $640 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$663 - $811 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$533 - $651 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$340 - $416 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $720 - $880. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$720 - $880 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $919 - $1,123, which is about 2.7% 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 $558 - $682, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,466 - $6,680 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,989 - $4,875 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$919 - $1,123 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$558 - $682 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $3,474 - $4,246 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in 49417 with 125 guests spend between $3,105 - $3,795 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,474 - $4,246 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$369 - $451 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,105 - $3,795 |
9.2% |
