For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $47,326 - $57,842. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $421. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,326 - $57,842.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,326 - $57,842 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $500 - $612. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $518 - $633.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,845 - $3,477. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,096 - $5,006 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$500 - $612 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$518 - $633 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,845 - $3,477 |
6.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $489 - $597. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$489 - $597 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$489 - $597 |
1.0% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $212 - $260. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,833 - $2,241, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,267 - $1,549.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,833 - $2,241 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,267 - $1,549 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$566 - $692 |
1.2% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $15,338 - $18,746, which is about 32.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$15,338 - $18,746 |
32.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,742 - $3,352 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,246 - $6,412 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,452 - $6,664 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,897 - $2,319 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,707 - $4,531. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,707 - $4,531 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$529 - $647 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.2% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$823 - $1,005 |
1.7% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.2% |
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 $1,060 - $1,296.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$450 - $550 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,187 - $1,451. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,187 - $1,451 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,563 - $1,911, which is about 3.3% 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 $986 - $1,206, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,269 - $8,885 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,720 - $5,768 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,563 - $1,911 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$986 - $1,206 |
2.1% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $939 - $1,147.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,427 - $1,744 |
3.0% |
|
Lodging
|
$488 - $596 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$939 - $1,147 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $7,621 - $9,315 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $3,390 - $4,144 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,588 - $3,164. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,621 - $9,315 |
16.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$291 - $355 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$440 - $538 |
0.9% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$325 - $397 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$587 - $717 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,390 - $4,144 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,588 - $3,164 |
5.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $1,865 - $2,279. This service accounts for 3.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,865 - $2,279 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,865 - $2,279 |
3.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,221 - $1,493.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,221 - $1,493 |
2.6% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$690 - $844 |
1.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$531 - $649 |
1.1% |