For a wedding with 175 guests in the Banner Elk NC, the estimated total cost is around $31,898 - $38,986. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Banner Elk NC is approximately $203. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,898 - $38,986.
The average wedding cost in Banner Elk NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,898 - $38,986 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Hiddenite NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $188 - $230. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $199 - $243.
In Hiddenite NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,126 - $1,376. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,597 - $1,951 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Banner Elk NC is $677 - $827. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Banner Elk NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$677 - $827 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$677 - $827 |
2.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,240 - $1,516, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Banner Elk NC area is $866 - $1,058.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,240 - $1,516 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$866 - $1,058 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$374 - $458 |
1.2% |
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 Banner Elk NC, you should budget approximately $19,691 - $24,067, which is about 61.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,691 - $24,067 |
61.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,608 - $4,410 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,016 - $8,576 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,509 - $7,955 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,558 - $3,126 |
8.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,087 - $3,773. This accounts for roughly 9.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,087 - $3,773 |
9.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$175 - $213 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$556 - $680 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$919 - $1,123 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$569 - $695 |
1.8% |
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 $302 - $370.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,070 - $1,308. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,070 - $1,308 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$283 - $345 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $182 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $657 - $803, which is about 2.1% 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 $391 - $477, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,048 - $1,280 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$657 - $803 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$391 - $477 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Banner Elk NC area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $663 - $811.
| Other Events Cost |
$663 - $811 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$663 - $811 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Banner Elk NC spend between $2,289 - $2,797 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Banner Elk NC with 175 guests spend between $1,961 - $2,397 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,289 - $2,797 |
7.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,961 - $2,397 |
6.1% |