For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte, North Carolina, the estimated total cost is around $24,686 - $30,172. 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 $157. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,686 - $30,172.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte, North Carolina is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,686 - $30,172 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Wilmington NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $152 - $186. 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 $145 - $177.
In Wilmington NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $837 - $1,023. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,205 - $1,473 |
4.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$152 - $186 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$71 - $87 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$145 - $177 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$837 - $1,023 |
3.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilmington NC is $187 - $229. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$187 - $229 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $634 - $774, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte, North Carolina area is $634 - $774.
| Entertainment Cost |
$634 - $774 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$634 - $774 |
2.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,423 - $2,961. This accounts for roughly 9.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,423 - $2,961 |
9.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$356 - $436 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$160 - $196 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$455 - $556 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$940 - $1,148 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$512 - $626 |
2.1% |
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 $753 - $921.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$753 - $921 |
3.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$525 - $641 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$229 - $279 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $548 - $670. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$548 - $670 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$200 - $244 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
| Jewelry Cost |
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Wilmington NC spend between $1,579 - $1,929 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte, North Carolina with 175 guests spend between $1,579 - $1,929 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,579 - $1,929 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,579 - $1,929 |
6.4% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$17,248 - $21,080 |
69.9% |