For a wedding with 175 guests in the Durham, the estimated total cost is around $37,091 - $45,333. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Durham is approximately $235. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,091 - $45,333.
The average wedding cost in Durham is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,091 - $45,333 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $267 - $327. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $307 - $375.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,765 - $2,157. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,466 - $3,014 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$307 - $375 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,765 - $2,157 |
4.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Durham NC is $157 - $191. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $891 - $1,089, which is 2.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Durham area is $891 - $1,089.
| Entertainment Cost |
$891 - $1,089 |
2.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$891 - $1,089 |
2.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,248 - $2,748. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,248 - $2,748 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$349 - $427 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$481 - $587 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$918 - $1,122 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$500 - $612 |
1.3% |
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 $975 - $1,191.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$975 - $1,191 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$571 - $697 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $587 - $717. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$587 - $717 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $972 - $1,188, which is about 2.6% 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 HIM) is estimated at $574 - $702, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,008 - $7,343 |
16.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,271 - $5,220 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$972 - $1,188 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$574 - $702 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Durham NC spend between $4,076 - $4,982 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Durham with 175 guests spend between $1,931 - $2,360 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Durham is $1,303 - $1,593. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,076 - $4,982 |
11.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$343 - $419 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$500 - $611 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,931 - $2,360 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,303 - $1,593 |
3.5% |
Planner/Consultant
The cost for a Full Service in Durham is estimated to be $3,302 - $4,036. This service accounts for 8.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$3,302 - $4,036 |
8.9% |
|
Full Service
|
$3,302 - $4,036 |
8.9% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$16,382 - $20,022 |
44.2% |