For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $51,028 - $62,368. 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 $227. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,028 - $62,368.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,028 - $62,368 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Vale NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $208 - $254. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $215 - $263.
In Vale NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,183 - $1,445. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,703 - $2,081 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,183 - $1,445 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Vale NC is $985 - $1,203. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Vale NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$985 - $1,203 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$985 - $1,203 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Vale NC is $245 - $299. 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 |
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,497 - $1,829, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Vale NC area is $1,035 - $1,265.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,497 - $1,829 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$462 - $564 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Vale NC, you should budget approximately $27,967 - $34,181, which is about 54.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,967 - $34,181 |
54.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,576 - $6,816 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,666 - $13,036 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,868 - $9,616 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,857 - $4,714 |
7.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,373 - $5,345. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,373 - $5,345 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$468 - $572 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$759 - $927 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$675 - $825 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,368 - $1,672 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$888 - $1,086 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,179 - $1,441.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,179 - $1,441 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$915 - $1,119 |
1.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,721 - $2,103. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,721 - $2,103 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$437 - $535 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $677 - $827, which is about 1.3% 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 $444 - $542, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,628 - $1,990 |
3.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$677 - $827 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$444 - $542 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Vale NC area is $247 - $301. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $767 - $937.
| Other Events Cost |
$767 - $937 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$767 - $937 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Vale NC spend between $4,969 - $6,073 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Vale NC with 250 guests spend between $2,395 - $2,927 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Vale NC is $1,828 - $2,234. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,969 - $6,073 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$327 - $399 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $513 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,395 - $2,927 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,828 - $2,234 |
3.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Vale NC is estimated to be $1,523 - $1,861. This service accounts for 3.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,523 - $1,861 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,523 - $1,861 |
3.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,227 - $2,721.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,227 - $2,721 |
4.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$511 - $625 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,715 - $2,097 |
3.4% |