For a wedding with 125 guests in the Monroe NC, the estimated total cost is around $27,653 - $33,799. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monroe NC is approximately $246. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,653 - $33,799.
The average wedding cost in Monroe NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,653 - $33,799 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $219 - $267. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,335 - $1,631. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,553 - $1,899 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$219 - $267 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,335 - $1,631 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Monroe NC is $401 - $491. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Monroe NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$401 - $491 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Monroe NC is $216 - $264. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$216 - $264 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,578 - $4,374, which is 12.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Monroe NC typically budget around $2,796 - $3,418 which is 10.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,578 - $4,374 |
12.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,796 - $3,418 |
10.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$782 - $956 |
2.8% |
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 Monroe NC, you should budget approximately $11,894 - $14,538, which is about 43.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,894 - $14,538 |
43.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,882 - $2,300 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,654 - $4,466 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,942 - $6,040 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,417 - $1,731 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,097 - $2,563. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,097 - $2,563 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$389 - $475 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$491 - $600 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$448 - $548 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$318 - $388 |
1.1% |
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 $769 - $939.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$769 - $939 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$339 - $415 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$173 - $211 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $695 - $849. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$695 - $849 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$73 - $89 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $727 - $889, which is about 2.6% 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 $437 - $535, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,165 - $1,423 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$727 - $889 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$437 - $535 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Monroe NC area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monroe NC spend between $2,282 - $2,789 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monroe NC with 125 guests spend between $1,983 - $2,423 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,282 - $2,789 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$299 - $365 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,983 - $2,423 |
7.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Monroe NC is estimated to be $1,566 - $1,914. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,566 - $1,914 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,566 - $1,914 |
5.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $788 - $964.
| Transportation Cost |
$788 - $964 |
2.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$788 - $964 |
2.9% |