For a wedding with 125 guests in the Durham NC, the estimated total cost is around $29,043 - $35,497. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Durham NC is approximately $258. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,043 - $35,497.
The average wedding cost in Durham NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,043 - $35,497 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $275 - $337. 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 $296 - $362.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,643 - $2,008. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,339 - $2,859 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $337 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$296 - $362 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,643 - $2,008 |
5.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Durham NC is $405 - $495. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Durham NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$405 - $495 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Durham NC is $181 - $221. 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 |
$181 - $221 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,547 - $1,891, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Durham NC area is $1,073 - $1,311.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,547 - $1,891 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,073 - $1,311 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$474 - $580 |
1.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Durham NC, you should budget approximately $13,700 - $16,744, which is about 47.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,700 - $16,744 |
47.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,175 - $2,659 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,224 - $5,162 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,767 - $7,049 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,534 - $1,874 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,969 - $2,407. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,969 - $2,407 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$223 - $273 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$651 - $795 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$327 - $399 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $790 - $966.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$790 - $966 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$150 - $184 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$351 - $429 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$178 - $218 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $469 - $573. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$469 - $573 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $902 - $1,102, which is about 3.1% 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 $544 - $664, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,445 - $1,767 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$902 - $1,102 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$544 - $664 |
1.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $778 - $950.
| Other Events Cost |
$778 - $950 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$778 - $950 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Durham NC spend between $3,376 - $4,126 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Durham NC with 125 guests spend between $3,007 - $3,675 on wedding photography, which is about 10.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,376 - $4,126 |
11.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$369 - $451 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,007 - $3,675 |
10.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Durham NC is estimated to be $1,640 - $2,004. This service accounts for 5.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,640 - $2,004 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,640 - $2,004 |
5.6% |