For a wedding with 400 guests in the Beaufort NC, the estimated total cost is around $95,273 - $116,445. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Beaufort NC is approximately $265. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $95,273 - $116,445.
The average wedding cost in Beaufort NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $95,273 - $116,445 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $402 - $492. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $448 - $548.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,460 - $3,006. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,474 - $4,246 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$402 - $492 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$164 - $200 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$448 - $548 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,460 - $3,006 |
2.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Beaufort NC is $2,825 - $3,453. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Beaufort NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $7 - $9 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,825 - $3,453 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,825 - $3,453 |
3.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Beaufort NC is $171 - $209. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$171 - $209 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,877 - $5,961, which is 5.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Beaufort NC typically budget around $3,469 - $4,239 which is 3.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,877 - $5,961 |
5.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$438 - $536 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,469 - $4,239 |
3.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Beaufort NC, you should budget approximately $59,904 - $73,216, which is about 62.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$59,904 - $73,216 |
62.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,760 - $16,818 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$26,712 - $32,648 |
28.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,074 - $11,090 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$10,358 - $12,660 |
10.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,272 - $10,110. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,272 - $10,110 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $260 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$607 - $741 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,366 - $4,114 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,394 - $2,926 |
2.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,219 - $3,935.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,219 - $3,935 |
3.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,483 - $3,035 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$736 - $900 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,482 - $3,034. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,482 - $3,034 |
2.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$216 - $264 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$698 - $854 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$355 - $433 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$494 - $604 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$356 - $436 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$363 - $443 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,253 - $1,531, which is about 1.3% 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 HIM) is estimated at $753 - $921, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,006 - $2,452 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,253 - $1,531 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$753 - $921 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Beaufort NC area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Beaufort NC spend between $4,886 - $5,972 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Beaufort NC with 400 guests spend between $2,432 - $2,972 on wedding photography, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Beaufort NC is $2,079 - $2,541. This makes up a portion of your (2.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,886 - $5,972 |
5.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,432 - $2,972 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,079 - $2,541 |
2.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Beaufort NC is estimated to be $2,922 - $3,572. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,922 - $3,572 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,922 - $3,572 |
3.1% |