For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wilmington NC, the estimated total cost is around $27,721 - $33,881. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilmington NC is approximately $246. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,721 - $33,881.
The average wedding cost in Wilmington NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,721 - $33,881 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $403 - $493.
In Morrisville NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,216 - $2,708. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,619 - $3,201 |
9.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$403 - $493 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,216 - $2,708 |
8.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Morrisville NC is $231 - $283. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,531 - $1,871, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilmington NC area is $1,058 - $1,294.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,531 - $1,871 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,058 - $1,294 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$473 - $578 |
1.7% |
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 Wilmington NC, you should budget approximately $10,045 - $12,277, which is about 36.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,045 - $12,277 |
36.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,510 - $3,068 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,798 - $7,086 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,737 - $2,123 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,215 - $3,929. This accounts for roughly 11.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,215 - $3,929 |
11.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$772 - $944 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$692 - $846 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$448 - $548 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $752 - $920.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$752 - $920 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$197 - $241 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$412 - $504 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,428 - $1,746. This is approximately 5.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,428 - $1,746 |
5.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $292 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$376 - $460 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$156 - $190 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,198 - $1,464, which is about 4.3% 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 $755 - $923, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,953 - $2,387 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$755 - $923 |
2.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $785 - $959.
| Other Events Cost |
$785 - $959 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$785 - $959 |
2.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Wilmington NC spend between $5,162 - $6,309 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilmington NC with 125 guests spend between $2,450 - $2,994 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Wilmington NC is $1,870 - $2,286. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,162 - $6,309 |
18.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$419 - $513 |
1.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$422 - $516 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,450 - $2,994 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,870 - $2,286 |
6.7% |