For a wedding with 250 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $61,673 - $75,379. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $274. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,673 - $75,379.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,673 - $75,379 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $401 - $490. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $432 - $528.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,389 - $2,919. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,402 - $4,158 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$401 - $490 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$432 - $528 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,389 - $2,919 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Raleigh NC is $1,062 - $1,298. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,062 - $1,298 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,062 - $1,298 |
1.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,072 - $2,532, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,436 - $1,755.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,072 - $2,532 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,436 - $1,755 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$636 - $778 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $33,098 - $40,454, which is about 53.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,098 - $40,454 |
53.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,976 - $7,304 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,600 - $14,178 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,310 - $13,824 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,212 - $5,148 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,533 - $5,541. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,533 - $5,541 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$567 - $693 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$833 - $1,018 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,340 - $1,638 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,443 - $1,763. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,443 - $1,763 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$275 - $337 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$420 - $514 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,355 - $1,657, which is about 2.2% 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 $817 - $999, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,099 - $9,899 |
13.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,927 - $7,244 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,355 - $1,657 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$817 - $999 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Spring TX spend between $4,299 - $5,255 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 250 guests spend between $3,919 - $4,789 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,299 - $5,255 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,919 - $4,789 |
6.4% |