For a wedding with 38 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $14,423 - $17,629. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $422. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $14,423 - $17,629.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $14,423 - $17,629 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $278 - $340. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $301 - $367.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$579 - $707 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$278 - $340 |
1.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$301 - $367 |
2.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Raleigh NC is $120 - $146. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$120 - $146 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$120 - $146 |
0.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,013 - $1,239, which is 7.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
7.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
7.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $1,202 - $1,470, which is about 8.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,202 - $1,470 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,202 - $1,470 |
8.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,850 - $2,261. This accounts for roughly 12.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,850 - $2,261 |
12.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $655 |
3.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$294 - $360 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$677 - $827 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$150 - $184 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$112 - $136 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $171 - $209. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$171 - $209 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$34 - $42 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $909 - $1,111, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,856 - $5,936 |
33.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,947 - $4,825 |
27.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$909 - $1,111 |
6.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
2.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $2,921 - $3,571 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 38 guests spend between $2,555 - $3,123 on wedding photography, which is about 17.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,921 - $3,571 |
20.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$366 - $448 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,555 - $3,123 |
17.7% |
