For a wedding with 175 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $45,267 - $55,327. 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 $287. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,267 - $55,327.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,267 - $55,327 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 $230 - $281. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $244 - $298.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,377 - $1,683. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,953 - $2,387 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,377 - $1,683 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Raleigh NC is $679 - $829. 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 |
$679 - $829 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$679 - $829 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $230 - $282. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,058 - $1,294, which is 2.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,058 - $1,294.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,058 - $1,294 |
2.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,058 - $1,294 |
2.3% |
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 Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $20,165 - $24,647, which is about 44.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,165 - $24,647 |
44.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,461 - $4,231 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,736 - $8,232 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,525 - $9,197 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,444 - $2,987 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,435 - $4,199. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,435 - $4,199 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$521 - $637 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$674 - $824 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$963 - $1,177 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$608 - $744 |
1.3% |
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 $838 - $1,024.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$838 - $1,024 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$560 - $684 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $833 - $1,018. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$833 - $1,018 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $749 - $915, which is about 1.7% 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 $446 - $545, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,490 - $5,488 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,296 - $4,028 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$749 - $915 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$446 - $545 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $794 - $970.
| Other Events Cost |
$794 - $970 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$794 - $970 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $5,569 - $6,807 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 175 guests spend between $2,981 - $3,643 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,238 - $2,736. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,569 - $6,807 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$350 - $428 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,981 - $3,643 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,238 - $2,736 |
4.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $3,470 - $4,241. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,470 - $4,241 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,470 - $4,241 |
7.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,087 - $1,329.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,087 - $1,329 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,087 - $1,329 |
2.4% |