For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $42,421 - $51,847. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $269. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,421 - $51,847.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,421 - $51,847 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Hanahan SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $258 - $316. 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 $278 - $340.
In Hanahan SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,535 - $1,877. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,189 - $2,675 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$278 - $340 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,535 - $1,877 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $628 - $768. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$628 - $768 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$628 - $768 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $261 - $319. 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 |
$261 - $319 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,856 - $5,935, which is 11.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,141 - $1,395.
For a live band, couples in Charlotte NC typically budget around $3,209 - $3,923 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,856 - $5,935 |
11.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,141 - $1,395 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$505 - $617 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,209 - $3,923 |
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 Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $19,575 - $23,925, which is about 46.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,575 - $23,925 |
46.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,486 - $4,260 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,768 - $8,272 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,863 - $8,389 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,458 - $3,004 |
5.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,160 - $3,862. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,160 - $3,862 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$531 - $649 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$669 - $817 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$793 - $969 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$507 - $619 |
1.2% |
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 $1,092 - $1,334.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,092 - $1,334 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$563 - $688 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $875 - $1,069. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$875 - $1,069 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $829 - $1,013.
| Other Events Cost |
$829 - $1,013 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$829 - $1,013 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $4,658 - $5,693 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $2,636 - $3,222 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,021 - $2,471. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,658 - $5,693 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,636 - $3,222 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,021 - $2,471 |
4.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $3,649 - $4,459. This service accounts for 8.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,649 - $4,459 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,649 - $4,459 |
8.6% |