For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $89,964 - $109,956. 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 SC is approximately $400. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $89,964 - $109,956.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $89,964 - $109,956 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $277 - $339. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $287 - $351.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,578 - $1,928. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,272 - $2,776 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$287 - $351 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,578 - $1,928 |
1.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charleston SC is $1,106 - $1,352. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.2% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $267 - $327. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$267 - $327 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $15,879 - $19,407, which is 17.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,146 - $1,400.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,291 - $4,023 which is 3.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$15,879 - $19,407 |
17.7% |
|
Artistic Performances
|
$1,771 - $2,165 |
2.0% |
|
Childrens Entertainment or Childcare
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
1.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,146 - $1,400 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$512 - $626 |
0.6% |
|
Humor and Novelty
|
$665 - $813 |
0.7% |
|
Interactive Experiences
|
$847 - $1,035 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,291 - $4,023 |
3.7% |
|
Musician/s or Soloist or Ensemble
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.1% |
|
Visual Spectacles
|
$5,259 - $6,427 |
5.8% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $41,784 - $51,070, which is about 46.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$41,784 - $51,070 |
46.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,342 - $7,752 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,135 - $14,831 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$18,920 - $23,124 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,388 - $5,363 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,636 - $9,332. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,636 - $9,332 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.3% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$2,643 - $3,231 |
2.9% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,865 - $2,279 |
2.1% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$2,385 - $2,915 |
2.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,813 - $2,215.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,813 - $2,215 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$170 - $208 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,041 - $1,273 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$478 - $584 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,287 - $2,795. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,287 - $2,795 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$290 - $354 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$260 - $318 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$134 - $164 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$455 - $556 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$206 - $252 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$282 - $344 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $898 - $1,098, which is about 1.0% 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 $566 - $692, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,292 - $6,468 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,828 - $4,678 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$898 - $1,098 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$566 - $692 |
0.6% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $848 - $1,036.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,290 - $1,576 |
1.4% |
|
Lodging
|
$442 - $540 |
0.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$848 - $1,036 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $6,280 - $7,676 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 250 guests spend between $2,649 - $3,237 on wedding photography, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,022 - $2,472. This makes up a portion of your (2.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,280 - $7,676 |
7.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $348 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$433 - $529 |
0.5% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$318 - $388 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$574 - $702 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,649 - $3,237 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,022 - $2,472 |
2.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,686 - $2,060. This service accounts for 1.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,686 - $2,060 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
1.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,373 - $2,901.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,373 - $2,901 |
2.6% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$1,854 - $2,266 |
2.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$519 - $635 |
0.6% |