For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $37,291 - $45,577. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $237. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,291 - $45,577.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,291 - $45,577 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $282. 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 $245 - $299.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,384 - $1,692. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,963 - $2,399 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,384 - $1,692 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $631 - $771. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$631 - $771 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$631 - $771 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $210 - $256. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$210 - $256 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,342 - $1,640, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $938 - $1,146.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,342 - $1,640 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$938 - $1,146 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $19,294 - $23,582, which is about 51.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,294 - $23,582 |
51.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,382 - $4,134 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,576 - $8,038 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,939 - $8,481 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,397 - $2,929 |
6.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,966 - $3,626. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,966 - $3,626 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$419 - $512 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$544 - $664 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$796 - $972 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$492 - $602 |
1.3% |
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 $1,107 - $1,353.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,107 - $1,353 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$548 - $670 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,175 - $1,437. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,175 - $1,437 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$313 - $383 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $795 - $971, 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 $473 - $579, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,766 - $5,825 |
12.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,497 - $4,275 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$795 - $971 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$473 - $579 |
1.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $718 - $878.
| Other Events Cost |
$718 - $878 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$718 - $878 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $2,468 - $3,016 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $2,122 - $2,594 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,468 - $3,016 |
6.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$346 - $422 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,122 - $2,594 |
5.7% |