For a wedding with 75 guests in the Wilmington NC, the estimated total cost is around $24,990 - $30,544. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilmington NC is approximately $370. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,990 - $30,544.
The average wedding cost in Wilmington NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,990 - $30,544 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Morehead City NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $238 - $290. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $256 - $312.
In Morehead City NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,400 - $1,712. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,003 - $2,449 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$238 - $290 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$256 - $312 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Wilmington NC is $263 - $321. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilmington NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$263 - $321 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$263 - $321 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilmington NC is $225 - $275. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,595 - $1,949, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilmington NC area is $1,105 - $1,351.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,595 - $1,949 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,105 - $1,351 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$490 - $598 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Wilmington NC, you should budget approximately $7,831 - $9,571, which is about 31.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,831 - $9,571 |
31.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,095 - $3,783 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,736 - $5,788 |
19.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,093 - $2,559. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,093 - $2,559 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$652 - $796 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$329 - $403 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$212 - $259 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $530 - $648.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$530 - $648 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$144 - $176 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$227 - $277 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$159 - $195 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $590 - $722. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$590 - $722 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $801 - $979, which is about 3.2% 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 $486 - $594, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,766 - $5,826 |
19.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,479 - $4,253 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$801 - $979 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$486 - $594 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilmington NC area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $814 - $994.
| Other Events Cost |
$814 - $994 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$814 - $994 |
3.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Wilmington NC spend between $3,635 - $4,443 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilmington NC with 75 guests spend between $2,512 - $3,070 on wedding photography, which is about 10.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,635 - $4,443 |
14.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$281 - $343 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$306 - $374 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$536 - $656 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
10.1% |