For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wilmington NC, the estimated total cost is around $21,281 - $26,011. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilmington NC is approximately $189. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,281 - $26,011.
The average wedding cost in Wilmington NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,281 - $26,011 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wilmington NC is $439 - $537. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilmington NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$439 - $537 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$439 - $537 |
2.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,809 - $2,211, which is 8.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilmington NC area is $958 - $1,170.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,809 - $2,211 |
8.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$958 - $1,170 |
4.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$851 - $1,041 |
4.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Wilmington NC, you should budget approximately $13,961 - $17,063, which is about 65.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,961 - $17,063 |
65.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,330 - $2,848 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,533 - $5,541 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,446 - $6,656 |
25.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,652 - $2,019 |
7.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,485 - $1,815. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,485 - $1,815 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$438 - $536 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$563 - $688 |
2.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $378 - $462.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$378 - $462 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$378 - $462 |
1.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $414 - $506. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.9% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilmington NC area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Wilmington NC spend between $2,552 - $3,119 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilmington NC with 125 guests spend between $2,168 - $2,650 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,552 - $3,119 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,168 - $2,650 |
10.2% |