For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston AFB SC, the estimated total cost is around $61,481 - $75,143. 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 AFB SC is approximately $273. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,481 - $75,143.
The average wedding cost in Charleston AFB SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,481 - $75,143 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Beaufort SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $304. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $267 - $327.
In Beaufort SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,477 - $1,805. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,105 - $2,573 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,477 - $1,805 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charleston AFB SC is $963 - $1,177. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston AFB SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$963 - $1,177 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$963 - $1,177 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston AFB SC is $257 - $315. 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 |
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,773 - $2,167, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston AFB SC area is $1,229 - $1,502.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,773 - $2,167 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $666 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charleston AFB SC, you should budget approximately $29,275 - $35,781, which is about 47.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,275 - $35,781 |
47.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,431 - $6,637 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,544 - $12,888 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,472 - $11,576 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,829 - $4,679 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,110 - $5,024. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,110 - $5,024 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$636 - $778 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$716 - $875 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,217 - $1,487 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$777 - $949 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,543 - $1,885.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,543 - $1,885 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$875 - $1,069 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$421 - $515 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,553 - $1,898. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,553 - $1,898 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $249 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $860 - $1,051, which is about 1.4% 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 $518 - $633, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,135 - $6,276 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,758 - $4,593 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$860 - $1,051 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$518 - $633 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston AFB SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $891 - $1,089.
| Other Events Cost |
$891 - $1,089 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$891 - $1,089 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Charleston AFB SC spend between $7,178 - $8,773 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston AFB SC with 250 guests spend between $3,397 - $4,151 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston AFB SC is $2,604 - $3,182. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,178 - $8,773 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,397 - $4,151 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,604 - $3,182 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston AFB SC is estimated to be $3,927 - $4,799. This service accounts for 6.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,927 - $4,799 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,927 - $4,799 |
6.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,111 - $2,581.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,111 - $2,581 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $634 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,593 - $1,947 |
2.6% |