For a wedding with 125 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $42,806 - $52,318. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $380. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,806 - $52,318.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,806 - $52,318 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,631 - $3,215. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,631 - $3,215 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,631 - $3,215 |
6.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $545 - $667. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$545 - $667 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$545 - $667 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,857 - $2,269, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,283 - $1,569.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,857 - $2,269 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,283 - $1,569 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$573 - $701 |
1.3% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $17,753 - $21,699, which is about 41.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,753 - $21,699 |
41.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,082 - $3,766 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,896 - $7,206 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,644 - $8,120 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,132 - $2,606 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,482 - $4,256. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,482 - $4,256 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$501 - $613 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$814 - $994 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$757 - $925 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $601 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,492 - $1,824. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,492 - $1,824 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$398 - $486 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,468 - $1,794, which is about 3.4% 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 $926 - $1,132, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,497 - $4,275 |
8.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$338 - $414 |
0.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$337 - $411 |
0.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$428 - $524 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,468 - $1,794 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$926 - $1,132 |
2.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Mount Pleasant SC spend between $6,082 - $7,434 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $2,967 - $3,627 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,266 - $2,770. That's about 5.3% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,082 - $7,434 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$423 - $517 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$426 - $520 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,967 - $3,627 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,266 - $2,770 |
5.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,888 - $2,308. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,888 - $2,308 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,888 - $2,308 |
4.4% |
