For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $46,560 - $56,906. 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 $296. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,560 - $56,906.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,560 - $56,906 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 $369 - $451. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $397 - $485.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,195 - $2,683. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,128 - $3,823 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$369 - $451 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$397 - $485 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,195 - $2,683 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $673 - $823. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$673 - $823 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$673 - $823 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $252 - $308. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,936 - $3,588, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,252 - $1,530.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,936 - $3,588 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,252 - $1,530 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$554 - $678 |
1.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,130 - $1,381 |
2.4% |
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 $21,878 - $26,740, which is about 47.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,878 - $26,740 |
47.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,741 - $4,573 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,265 - $8,879 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,234 - $10,064 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,638 - $3,224 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,325 - $4,063. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,325 - $4,063 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$521 - $637 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$729 - $891 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$544 - $664 |
1.2% |
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 $1,056 - $1,290.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,056 - $1,290 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$603 - $737 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$296 - $362 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $885 - $1,081. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$885 - $1,081 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$276 - $338 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,237 - $1,511, which is about 2.7% 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 $746 - $912, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,983 - $2,423 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$746 - $912 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $908 - $1,110.
| Other Events Cost |
$908 - $1,110 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$908 - $1,110 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $5,972 - $7,300 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $3,380 - $4,132 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,592 - $3,168. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,972 - $7,300 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,380 - $4,132 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,592 - $3,168 |
5.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,913 - $2,338. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,913 - $2,338 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
4.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,002 - $1,224.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,002 - $1,224 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
2.2% |