For a wedding with 175 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $56,476 - $69,026. 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 $359. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,476 - $69,026.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,476 - $69,026 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dunn NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $232 - $284. 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 $239 - $293.
In Dunn NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,317 - $1,609. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,896 - $2,318 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,317 - $1,609 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Raleigh NC is $674 - $824. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$674 - $824 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$674 - $824 |
1.2% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $267 - $327. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,733 - $2,119, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,198 - $1,464.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,733 - $2,119 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$536 - $655 |
0.9% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $23,496 - $28,718, which is about 41.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$23,496 - $28,718 |
41.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,858 - $4,716 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,380 - $9,020 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$9,590 - $11,721 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,669 - $3,262 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,796 - $5,862. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,796 - $5,862 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $622 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,465 - $1,791 |
2.6% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
2.0% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,454 - $1,777 |
2.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,634 - $1,997.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,634 - $1,997 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$634 - $774 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$736 - $900 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,530 - $4,314. This is approximately 6.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,530 - $4,314 |
6.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$445 - $543 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$401 - $491 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$699 - $855 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$434 - $530 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$394 - $482 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$305 - $373 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $717 - $877, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $452 - $552, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,618 - $5,644 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,449 - $4,215 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$717 - $877 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$452 - $552 |
0.8% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $887 - $1,085.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,349 - $1,649 |
2.4% |
|
Lodging
|
$462 - $564 |
0.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$887 - $1,085 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $6,996 - $8,550 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 175 guests spend between $2,772 - $3,388 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,466 - $3,014. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,996 - $8,550 |
12.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$291 - $355 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$433 - $529 |
0.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$447 - $547 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$587 - $717 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,772 - $3,388 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,466 - $3,014 |
4.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $3,898 - $4,764. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,898 - $4,764 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,898 - $4,764 |
6.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,589 - $1,942.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,589 - $1,942 |
2.8% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$1,058 - $1,293 |
1.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$531 - $649 |
0.9% |