For a wedding with 75 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $22,757 - $27,815. 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 $337. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,757 - $27,815.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,757 - $27,815 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 $247 - $301. 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 $262 - $320.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,479 - $1,807. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,097 - $2,563 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$247 - $301 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$262 - $320 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,479 - $1,807 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Raleigh NC is $250 - $306. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$250 - $306 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$250 - $306 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $179 - $219. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$179 - $219 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,490 - $1,822, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,041 - $1,273.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,490 - $1,822 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,041 - $1,273 |
4.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$449 - $549 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $8,896 - $10,872, which is about 39.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,896 - $10,872 |
39.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,292 - $1,579 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,177 - $5,105 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$915 - $1,119 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,026 - $2,476. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,026 - $2,476 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $611 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$626 - $765 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$316 - $386 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$195 - $239 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $210 - $256.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$210 - $256 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$210 - $256 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $306 - $374. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$306 - $374 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$43 - $53 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $833 - $1,019, which is about 3.7% 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 $497 - $607, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,330 - $1,626 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$833 - $1,019 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$497 - $607 |
2.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
1.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $5,313 - $6,493 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 23.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 75 guests spend between $2,859 - $3,495 on wedding photography, which is about 12.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,093 - $2,559. This makes up a portion of your (9.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,313 - $6,493 |
23.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$360 - $440 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,859 - $3,495 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,093 - $2,559 |
9.2% |