For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $42,120 - $51,480. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $267. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,120 - $51,480.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,120 - $51,480 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Isle of Palms SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $500 - $611. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
In Isle of Palms SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,979 - $3,641. This represents about 7.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,479 - $4,252 |
8.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$500 - $611 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,979 - $3,641 |
7.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $619 - $757. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$619 - $757 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$619 - $757 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,189 - $3,897, which is 7.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,189 - $3,897 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,189 - $3,897 |
7.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,189 - $3,897 |
7.6% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $19,043 - $23,275, which is about 45.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,043 - $23,275 |
45.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,327 - $4,067 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,459 - $7,895 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,911 - $8,447 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,345 - $2,867 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,481 - $4,255. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,481 - $4,255 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$556 - $680 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$298 - $364 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$695 - $849 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$782 - $956 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$564 - $690 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,229 - $1,503. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,229 - $1,503 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$362 - $442 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,543 - $1,885, which is about 3.7% 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 $930 - $1,136, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,472 - $3,022 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,543 - $1,885 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$930 - $1,136 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Isle of Palms SC spend between $3,062 - $3,742 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $2,619 - $3,201 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,062 - $3,742 |
7.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$443 - $541 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,619 - $3,201 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,625 - $4,431. This service accounts for 8.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,625 - $4,431 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,625 - $4,431 |
8.6% |
