For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $33,138 - $40,502. 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 $295. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,138 - $40,502.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,138 - $40,502 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $383 - $469.
In Beltsville MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,111 - $2,581. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,495 - $3,049 |
7.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$383 - $469 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,111 - $2,581 |
6.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $446 - $545. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$446 - $545 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$446 - $545 |
1.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,628 - $1,990, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,125 - $1,375.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,628 - $1,990 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$503 - $615 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $14,816 - $18,108, which is about 44.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,816 - $18,108 |
44.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,491 - $3,045 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,766 - $5,825 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,836 - $7,132 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,724 - $2,107 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,097 - $3,785. This accounts for roughly 9.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,097 - $3,785 |
9.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$485 - $593 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$641 - $783 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$728 - $890 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$619 - $757 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,409 - $1,722. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,409 - $1,722 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$369 - $451 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$158 - $194 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,164 - $1,422, which is about 3.5% 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 $734 - $897, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,897 - $2,319 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,164 - $1,422 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$734 - $897 |
2.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $833 - $1,019.
| Other Events Cost |
$833 - $1,019 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$833 - $1,019 |
2.5% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $6,262 - $7,654 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $3,062 - $3,742 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,338 - $2,858. This makes up a portion of your (7.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,262 - $7,654 |
18.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$427 - $521 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$436 - $532 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,062 - $3,742 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,338 - $2,858 |
7.1% |