For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $44,666 - $54,592. 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 $284. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,666 - $54,592.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,666 - $54,592 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Levittown PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $323 - $395. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $425.
In Levittown PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,904 - $2,327. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,723 - $3,329 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$323 - $395 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $425 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,904 - $2,327 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $626 - $766. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$626 - $766 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$626 - $766 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $253 - $309. 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 |
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,557 - $1,903, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,078 - $1,318.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,557 - $1,903 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,078 - $1,318 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $18,936 - $23,144, which is about 42.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,936 - $23,144 |
42.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,364 - $4,112 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,486 - $7,928 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,691 - $8,177 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,395 - $2,927 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,138 - $3,836. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,138 - $3,836 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$518 - $634 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$649 - $793 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$786 - $960 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$502 - $614 |
1.1% |
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 $1,141 - $1,395.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,141 - $1,395 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$546 - $668 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$302 - $369 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,125 - $1,375. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,125 - $1,375 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,039 - $1,269, which is about 2.3% 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 $630 - $770, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,179 - $7,553 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,511 - $5,513 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,039 - $1,269 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$630 - $770 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $793 - $969.
| Other Events Cost |
$793 - $969 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$793 - $969 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $6,510 - $7,956 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $2,982 - $3,644 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,265 - $2,769. This makes up a portion of your (5.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,510 - $7,956 |
14.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$313 - $383 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$549 - $671 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,982 - $3,644 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,265 - $2,769 |
5.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,025 - $1,253.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.3% |