For a wedding with 38 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $17,477 - $21,361. 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 $511. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $17,477 - $21,361.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $17,477 - $21,361 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 $209 - $255. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $221 - $271.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,251 - $1,529. This represents about 7.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,775 - $2,169 |
10.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$209 - $255 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$94 - $114 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$221 - $271 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,251 - $1,529 |
7.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Charlotte NC is $124 - $152. 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 |
$124 - $152 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$124 - $152 |
0.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,440 - $1,760, which is 8.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,002 - $1,224.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,440 - $1,760 |
8.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
5.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$438 - $536 |
2.5% |
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 Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $5,197 - $6,351, which is about 29.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,197 - $6,351 |
29.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$653 - $798 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,269 - $1,551 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,814 - $3,440 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$461 - $563 |
2.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,589 - $1,942. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,589 - $1,942 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $249 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$591 - $723 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$156 - $190 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$98 - $120 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $158 - $194.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$158 - $194 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$105 - $129 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $211 - $257. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$211 - $257 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$30 - $36 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$29 - $35 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $727 - $889, which is about 4.2% 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 $433 - $529, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,160 - $1,418 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$727 - $889 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$433 - $529 |
2.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $752 - $919.
| Other Events Cost |
$752 - $919 |
4.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$752 - $919 |
4.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $3,069 - $3,751 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 38 guests spend between $2,726 - $3,332 on wedding photography, which is about 15.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,069 - $3,751 |
17.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$343 - $419 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,726 - $3,332 |
15.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,607 - $1,965. This service accounts for 9.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,607 - $1,965 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,607 - $1,965 |
9.2% |