For a wedding with 15 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $23,719 - $28,989. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $1,757. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,719 - $28,989.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,719 - $28,989 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 $423 - $517. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $437 - $534.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,404 - $2,938. This represents about 10.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,461 - $4,231 |
14.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$423 - $517 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$198 - $242 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$437 - $534 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,404 - $2,938 |
10.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Charlotte NC is $52 - $64. 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 |
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $237 - $289. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$237 - $289 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,519 - $1,857, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,050 - $1,284.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,519 - $1,857 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$469 - $573 |
2.0% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $1,162 - $1,420, which is about 4.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$1,162 - $1,420 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$284 - $347 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$542 - $662 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$140 - $172 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$196 - $240 |
0.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $983 - $1,201. This accounts for roughly 4.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$983 - $1,201 |
4.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$211 - $257 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$113 - $139 |
0.5% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$88 - $108 |
0.4% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $122 - $150. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$122 - $150 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$7 - $9 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$11 - $13 |
0.0% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$11 - $13 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$11 - $13 |
0.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,286 - $1,572, which is about 5.4% 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 $812 - $992, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,512 - $7,959 |
27.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,414 - $5,394 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,286 - $1,572 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$812 - $992 |
3.4% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $778 - $950.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,183 - $1,445 |
5.0% |
|
Lodging
|
$405 - $495 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$778 - $950 |
3.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $6,083 - $7,435 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 15 guests spend between $2,430 - $2,970 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,073 - $2,533. This makes up a portion of your (8.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,083 - $7,435 |
25.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$273 - $333 |
1.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
1.6% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$382 - $466 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$551 - $673 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,430 - $2,970 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,073 - $2,533 |
8.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,545 - $1,889. This service accounts for 6.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,545 - $1,889 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,545 - $1,889 |
6.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $860 - $1,051.
| Transportation Cost |
$860 - $1,051 |
3.6% |
|
Vintage/luxury Car Rental
|
$860 - $1,051 |
3.6% |