For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte, the estimated total cost is around $45,225 - $55,275. 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 is approximately $287. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,225 - $55,275.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,225 - $55,275 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $244 - $298. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $259 - $317.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,464 - $1,790. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,076 - $2,538 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$259 - $317 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,464 - $1,790 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte is $651 - $795. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$651 - $795 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$651 - $795 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte is $179 - $219. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,499 - $1,832, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte area is $1,047 - $1,279.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,499 - $1,832 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,047 - $1,279 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$452 - $552 |
1.0% |
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 Charlotte, you should budget approximately $21,707 - $26,531, which is about 48.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,707 - $26,531 |
48.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,414 - $4,172 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,641 - $8,117 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,231 - $11,283 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,421 - $2,959 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,589 - $1,943. This accounts for roughly 3.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,589 - $1,943 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$633 - $773 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$508 - $620 |
1.1% |
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 $554 - $678.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$554 - $678 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$554 - $678 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $680 - $832. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$680 - $832 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $836 - $1,022, which is about 1.8% 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 $499 - $609, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,412 - $6,614 |
12.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,682 - $4,500 |
8.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$836 - $1,022 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$499 - $609 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $801 - $979.
| Other Events Cost |
$801 - $979 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$801 - $979 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte spend between $4,866 - $5,948 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte with 175 guests spend between $2,369 - $2,895 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte is $1,734 - $2,120. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,866 - $5,948 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$354 - $432 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$410 - $501 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,369 - $2,895 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
3.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charlotte is estimated to be $3,482 - $4,256. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,482 - $4,256 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,482 - $4,256 |
7.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,067 - $1,305.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.4% |