For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chapel Hill NC, the estimated total cost is around $40,230 - $49,170. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chapel Hill NC is approximately $255. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,230 - $49,170.
The average wedding cost in Chapel Hill NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,230 - $49,170 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In High Point NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $270 - $330. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In High Point NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,538 - $1,880. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,934 - $2,364 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$270 - $330 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,538 - $1,880 |
3.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chapel Hill NC is $681 - $833. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chapel Hill NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$681 - $833 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$681 - $833 |
1.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,680 - $2,054, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chapel Hill NC area is $1,162 - $1,420.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,680 - $2,054 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,162 - $1,420 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$518 - $634 |
1.3% |
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 Chapel Hill NC, you should budget approximately $21,030 - $25,704, which is about 52.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,030 - $25,704 |
52.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,838 - $4,690 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,342 - $8,974 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,196 - $8,795 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,655 - $3,245 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,578 - $4,373. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,578 - $4,373 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$507 - $619 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$752 - $919 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$948 - $1,158 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$615 - $751 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,169 - $1,429. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$303 - $371 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in High Point NC spend between $6,277 - $7,671 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chapel Hill NC with 175 guests spend between $3,113 - $3,805 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chapel Hill NC is $2,378 - $2,906. That's about 5.9% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,277 - $7,671 |
15.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $435 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,113 - $3,805 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,378 - $2,906 |
5.9% |
