For a wedding with 400 guests in the Charlotte, North Carolina , the estimated total cost is around $96,113 - $117,471. 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 $267. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $96,113 - $117,471.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte, North Carolina is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $96,113 - $117,471 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Belmont NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $262 - $320. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $278 - $340.
In Belmont NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,569 - $1,917. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,225 - $2,719 |
2.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$278 - $340 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,569 - $1,917 |
1.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Charlotte, North Carolina is $2,107 - $2,575. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,107 - $2,575 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,107 - $2,575 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte, North Carolina is $75 - $91. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,670 - $2,041, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte, North Carolina area is $1,166 - $1,426.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,670 - $2,041 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,166 - $1,426 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$503 - $615 |
0.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Charlotte, North Carolina , you should budget approximately $55,994 - $68,438, which is about 58.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$55,994 - $68,438 |
58.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,011 - $14,680 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$23,358 - $28,548 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,110 - $14,802 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,516 - $10,408 |
8.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,013 - $8,571. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,013 - $8,571 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$448 - $548 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$200 - $244 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$658 - $804 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,660 - $3,252 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,065 - $3,747.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,065 - $3,747 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$126 - $154 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,949 - $2,383 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$891 - $1,089 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,220 - $2,714. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,220 - $2,714 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$238 - $290 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$826 - $1,010 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$459 - $561 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$338 - $414 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$359 - $439 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $935 - $1,143, which is about 1.0% 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 $557 - $681, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,052 - $7,396 |
6.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$191 - $233 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,117 - $5,031 |
4.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$252 - $308 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$935 - $1,143 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$557 - $681 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte, North Carolina area is $245 - $299. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$245 - $299 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $893 - $1,091.
| Other Events Cost |
$893 - $1,091 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$893 - $1,091 |
0.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$394 - $482 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte, North Carolina spend between $5,744 - $7,020 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte, North Carolina with 400 guests spend between $2,641 - $3,227 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte, North Carolina is $1,934 - $2,364. This makes up a portion of your (2.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,744 - $7,020 |
6.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$351 - $429 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$298 - $364 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$520 - $636 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,641 - $3,227 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,934 - $2,364 |
2.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charlotte, North Carolina is estimated to be $3,881 - $4,743. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,881 - $4,743 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,881 - $4,743 |
4.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,536 - $5,544.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,536 - $5,544 |
4.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$490 - $598 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,046 - $4,946 |
4.2% |