For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte, NC, the estimated total cost is around $30,251 - $36,973. 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, NC is approximately $192. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,251 - $36,973.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte, NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,251 - $36,973 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 $177 - $217. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $197 - $241.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,083 - $1,323. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,457 - $1,781 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$177 - $217 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$197 - $241 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte, NC is $590 - $722. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte, NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$590 - $722 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$590 - $722 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte, NC is $204 - $250. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,168 - $1,428, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte, NC area is $787 - $961.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,168 - $1,428 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$787 - $961 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$382 - $466 |
1.3% |
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, NC, you should budget approximately $15,962 - $19,510, which is about 52.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,962 - $19,510 |
52.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,655 - $3,245 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,156 - $6,302 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,152 - $7,520 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,999 - $2,443 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,781 - $3,399. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,781 - $3,399 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$392 - $480 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$171 - $209 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$493 - $603 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$732 - $894 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$518 - $634 |
1.7% |
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 $1,004 - $1,228.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$479 - $585 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$291 - $355 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,177 - $1,439. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,177 - $1,439 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $599 - $733, which is about 2.0% 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 $360 - $440, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$959 - $1,173 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$599 - $733 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$360 - $440 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte, 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 Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $630 - $770.
| Other Events Cost |
$630 - $770 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$630 - $770 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte, NC spend between $2,461 - $3,007 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte, NC with 175 guests spend between $2,187 - $2,673 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,461 - $3,007 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$274 - $334 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
7.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,207 - $1,475.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,207 - $1,475 |
4.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,207 - $1,475 |
4.0% |