For a wedding with 125 guests in the Monroe NC, the estimated total cost is around $34,633 - $42,329. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monroe NC is approximately $308. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,633 - $42,329.
The average wedding cost in Monroe NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,633 - $42,329 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Waxhaw NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $470 - $574. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $506 - $618.
In Waxhaw NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,800 - $3,422. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,987 - $4,873 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$470 - $574 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$506 - $618 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,800 - $3,422 |
8.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Monroe NC is $428 - $523. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Monroe NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$428 - $523 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$428 - $523 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Monroe NC is $233 - $285. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,637 - $3,223, which is 7.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monroe NC area is $1,043 - $1,275.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,637 - $3,223 |
7.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$462 - $564 |
1.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,132 - $1,384 |
3.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Monroe NC, you should budget approximately $12,110 - $14,801, which is about 35.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,110 - $14,801 |
35.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,199 - $2,687 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,269 - $5,217 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,642 - $6,896 |
16.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,597 - $3,174. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,597 - $3,174 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$518 - $634 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$666 - $814 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$540 - $660 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$346 - $422 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $549 - $671.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$549 - $671 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$194 - $238 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $680 - $832. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$680 - $832 |
2.0% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,378 - $1,684, which is about 4.0% 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 $830 - $1,014, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,208 - $2,698 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,378 - $1,684 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$830 - $1,014 |
2.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Monroe NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $757 - $925.
| Other Events Cost |
$757 - $925 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$757 - $925 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $490 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monroe NC spend between $5,553 - $6,787 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monroe NC with 125 guests spend between $2,898 - $3,542 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Monroe NC is $2,222 - $2,716. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,553 - $6,787 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$433 - $529 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,898 - $3,542 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,222 - $2,716 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Monroe NC is estimated to be $1,593 - $1,947. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,593 - $1,947 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,593 - $1,947 |
4.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $652 - $796.
| Transportation Cost |
$652 - $796 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$652 - $796 |
1.9% |