For a wedding with 38 guests in the Charlotte, North Carolina, the estimated total cost is around $16,492 - $20,156. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte, North Carolina is approximately $482. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,492 - $20,156.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte, North Carolina is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,492 - $20,156 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Anderson SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $191 - $233. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $223 - $273.
In Anderson SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,227 - $1,499. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,718 - $2,100 |
10.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$77 - $95 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$223 - $273 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
7.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Charlotte, North Carolina is $113 - $138. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte, North Carolina area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$113 - $138 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$113 - $138 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte, North Carolina is $203 - $249. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$203 - $249 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,076 - $1,315, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte, North Carolina area is $724 - $884.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,076 - $1,315 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$724 - $884 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$352 - $430 |
2.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Charlotte, North Carolina, you should budget approximately $4,394 - $5,370, which is about 26.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,394 - $5,370 |
26.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$502 - $614 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$976 - $1,192 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,538 - $3,102 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$378 - $462 |
2.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,277 - $1,561. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,277 - $1,561 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$373 - $455 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$162 - $198 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$440 - $538 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$126 - $154 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$89 - $109 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $144 - $176.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$144 - $176 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$91 - $111 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $127 - $155. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$127 - $155 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$39 - $47 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $617 - $754, which is about 3.7% 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 $371 - $453, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,334 - $1,630 |
8.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$156 - $190 |
0.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$191 - $233 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$617 - $754 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$371 - $453 |
2.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte, North Carolina area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte, North Carolina spend between $4,523 - $5,529 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte, North Carolina with 38 guests spend between $1,940 - $2,372 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte, North Carolina is $1,659 - $2,027. This makes up a portion of your (10.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,523 - $5,529 |
27.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$369 - $451 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$555 - $679 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,940 - $2,372 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,659 - $2,027 |
10.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte, North Carolina is estimated to be $1,356 - $1,658. This service accounts for 8.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,356 - $1,658 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,356 - $1,658 |
8.2% |