For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $33,624 - $41,096. 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 SC is approximately $498. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,624 - $41,096.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,624 - $41,096 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $464 - $568. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $500 - $611.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,764 - $3,378. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,938 - $4,813 |
11.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$464 - $568 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$210 - $256 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$500 - $611 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,764 - $3,378 |
8.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charleston SC is $270 - $330. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$270 - $330 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$270 - $330 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $202 - $246. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$202 - $246 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,652 - $8,130, which is 19.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,290 - $1,576.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,627 - $4,433 which is 10.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,652 - $8,130 |
19.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,290 - $1,576 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$572 - $699 |
1.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,627 - $4,433 |
10.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,164 - $1,422 |
3.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $11,501 - $14,057, which is about 34.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,501 - $14,057 |
34.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,410 - $1,724 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,738 - $3,346 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,359 - $7,772 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$995 - $1,216 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,406 - $2,940. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,406 - $2,940 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$578 - $706 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$258 - $316 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$793 - $969 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$342 - $418 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $532 - $650. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$532 - $650 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,478 - $1,806, which is about 4.4% 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 $891 - $1,089, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,369 - $2,895 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,478 - $1,806 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$891 - $1,089 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $3,444 - $4,210 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 75 guests spend between $2,979 - $3,641 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,444 - $4,210 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$465 - $569 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,979 - $3,641 |
8.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,972 - $2,410. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,972 - $2,410 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,972 - $2,410 |
5.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $339 - $415.
| Transportation Cost |
$339 - $415 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$339 - $415 |
1.0% |