For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston, the estimated total cost is around $40,356 - $49,324. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston is approximately $256. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,356 - $49,324.
The average wedding cost in Charleston is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,356 - $49,324 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $321 - $393. 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 $341 - $417.
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,928 - $2,356. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,734 - $3,342 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$321 - $393 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,928 - $2,356 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston is $700 - $856. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$700 - $856 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$700 - $856 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,631 - $1,993, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston area is $1,139 - $1,393.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,631 - $1,993 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,139 - $1,393 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$491 - $601 |
1.2% |
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, you should budget approximately $23,494 - $28,714, which is about 58.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,494 - $28,714 |
58.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,700 - $4,522 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,195 - $8,793 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,977 - $12,195 |
24.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,622 - $3,204 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,300 - $4,034. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,300 - $4,034 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$678 - $828 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$546 - $668 |
1.4% |
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 $896 - $1,096.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$896 - $1,096 |
2.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$600 - $734 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,177 - $1,439. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,177 - $1,439 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,074 - $1,312, 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 $640 - $782, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,714 - $2,094 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$640 - $782 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $873 - $1,067.
| Other Events Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$873 - $1,067 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston spend between $2,954 - $3,610 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston with 175 guests spend between $2,579 - $3,152 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,954 - $3,610 |
7.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,579 - $3,152 |
6.4% |