For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $37,264 - $45,544. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $331. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,264 - $45,544.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,264 - $45,544 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $337 - $411. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $425.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,913 - $2,338. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,754 - $3,366 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $425 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Charleston SC is $461 - $563. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$461 - $563 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$461 - $563 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $240 - $294. 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 |
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,486 - $1,816, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,027 - $1,255.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,486 - $1,816 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$459 - $561 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $14,664 - $17,922, which is about 39.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,664 - $17,922 |
39.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,574 - $3,146 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,925 - $6,019 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,384 - $6,580 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,781 - $2,177 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,391 - $4,145. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,391 - $4,145 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$455 - $557 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$209 - $255 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$667 - $815 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$641 - $783 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$416 - $508 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,390 - $1,698.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,390 - $1,698 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$423 - $517 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$608 - $744 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,247 - $2,747. This is approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,247 - $2,747 |
6.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$368 - $450 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$579 - $707 |
1.6% |
|
Postage
|
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$326 - $398 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,060 - $1,296, which is about 2.8% 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 $669 - $817, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,406 - $7,830 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,677 - $5,717 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$669 - $817 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $761 - $930.
| Other Events Cost |
$761 - $930 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$761 - $930 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $2,818 - $3,444 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 125 guests spend between $2,375 - $2,903 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,818 - $3,444 |
7.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$443 - $541 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,375 - $2,903 |
6.4% |