For a wedding with 38 guests in the Raleigh, the estimated total cost is around $12,656 - $15,468. 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 is approximately $370. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $12,656 - $15,468.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $12,656 - $15,468 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $259 - $317.
In Sanford NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,415 - $1,729. This represents about 11.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,674 - $2,046 |
13.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$259 - $317 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,415 - $1,729 |
11.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Raleigh is $131 - $161. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $161 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $161 |
1.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $865 - $1,057, which is 6.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$865 - $1,057 |
6.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$865 - $1,057 |
6.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Raleigh, you should budget approximately $5,032 - $6,150, which is about 39.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,032 - $6,150 |
39.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$677 - $827 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,305 - $1,595 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,568 - $3,138 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$482 - $590 |
3.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $689 - $843. This accounts for roughly 5.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$689 - $843 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$583 - $713 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$106 - $130 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $110 - $134.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$110 - $134 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$110 - $134 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $194 - $238. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$194 - $238 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$26 - $32 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $790 - $966, which is about 6.2% 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 $479 - $585, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,269 - $1,551 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$790 - $966 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$479 - $585 |
3.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
1.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
1.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh spend between $2,268 - $2,772 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.9% of your overall budget.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh is $1,875 - $2,291. This makes up a portion of your (14.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,268 - $2,772 |
17.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$393 - $481 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,875 - $2,291 |
14.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $185 - $226.
| Transportation Cost |
$185 - $226 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$185 - $226 |
1.5% |