For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlottesville VA, the estimated total cost is around $56,057 - $68,515. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlottesville VA is approximately $356. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,057 - $68,515.
The average wedding cost in Charlottesville VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,057 - $68,515 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $564 - $690. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $607 - $741.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,324 - $4,062. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,757 - $5,814 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$564 - $690 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$607 - $741 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,324 - $4,062 |
5.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlottesville VA is $800 - $978. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlottesville VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$800 - $978 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$800 - $978 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,839 - $2,247, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlottesville VA area is $1,274 - $1,557.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,839 - $2,247 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,274 - $1,557 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$565 - $691 |
1.0% |
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 Charlottesville VA, you should budget approximately $24,251 - $29,640, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,251 - $29,640 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,332 - $5,294 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,348 - $10,204 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,487 - $10,373 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,083 - $3,769 |
5.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,992 - $4,880. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,992 - $4,880 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $655 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$866 - $1,058 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$718 - $878 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,241 - $1,517. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,241 - $1,517 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,787 - $2,184, which is about 3.2% 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 $1,084 - $1,324, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,625 - $12,987 |
19.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,755 - $9,479 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,787 - $2,184 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$412 - $504 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $3,340 - $4,082 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA with 175 guests spend between $2,894 - $3,538 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,340 - $4,082 |
6.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $545 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,894 - $3,538 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlottesville VA is estimated to be $1,976 - $2,416. This service accounts for 3.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,976 - $2,416 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,976 - $2,416 |
3.5% |
