For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlottesville VA, the estimated total cost is around $42,509 - $51,955. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlottesville VA is approximately $270. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,509 - $51,955.
The average wedding cost in Charlottesville VA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,509 - $51,955 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 $544 - $664. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
In Arlington VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,202 - $3,914. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,746 - $4,578 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$544 - $664 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,202 - $3,914 |
7.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlottesville VA is $779 - $953. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlottesville VA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$779 - $953 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$779 - $953 |
1.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,801 - $2,201, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlottesville VA area is $1,247 - $1,525.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,801 - $2,201 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,247 - $1,525 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$554 - $677 |
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 Charlottesville VA, you should budget approximately $24,002 - $29,336, which is about 56.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,002 - $29,336 |
56.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,263 - $5,211 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,217 - $10,043 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,487 - $10,373 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,035 - $3,709 |
7.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,875 - $4,737. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,875 - $4,737 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$512 - $626 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$841 - $1,027 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$701 - $857 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,210 - $1,478. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,210 - $1,478 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$310 - $378 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Arlington VA spend between $3,686 - $4,506 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlottesville VA with 175 guests spend between $2,836 - $3,466 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,686 - $4,506 |
8.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$558 - $682 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,836 - $3,466 |
6.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlottesville VA is estimated to be $1,936 - $2,366. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,936 - $2,366 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,936 - $2,366 |
4.6% |
