For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $39,150 - $47,850. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $348. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,150 - $47,850.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,150 - $47,850 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chase City VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $178 - $218. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $192 - $234.
In Chase City VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,047 - $1,279. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,499 - $1,832 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,047 - $1,279 |
2.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $453 - $553. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$453 - $553 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$453 - $553 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,711 - $2,091, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,185 - $1,449.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,711 - $2,091 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$526 - $642 |
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 Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $14,613 - $17,861, which is about 37.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,613 - $17,861 |
37.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,398 - $2,930 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,621 - $5,647 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,889 - $7,197 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,706 - $2,086 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,835 - $3,465. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,835 - $3,465 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$554 - $677 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$716 - $876 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$568 - $694 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
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 $885 - $1,081.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$885 - $1,081 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$389 - $475 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$259 - $317 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $986 - $1,205. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$986 - $1,205 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $617 - $754, which is about 1.6% 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 $374 - $458, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,668 - $4,483 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,677 - $3,271 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$617 - $754 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $873 - $1,067.
| Other Events Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$873 - $1,067 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $6,495 - $7,939 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $3,267 - $3,993 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,483 - $3,035. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,495 - $7,939 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$321 - $393 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$424 - $518 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,267 - $3,993 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,483 - $3,035 |
6.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $3,805 - $4,651. This service accounts for 9.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,805 - $4,651 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,805 - $4,651 |
9.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $661 - $807.
| Transportation Cost |
$661 - $807 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$661 - $807 |
1.7% |