For a wedding with 75 guests in the Wilmington NC, the estimated total cost is around $26,573 - $32,478. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilmington NC is approximately $394. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,573 - $32,478.
The average wedding cost in Wilmington NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,573 - $32,478 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Hope Mills NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $231 - $283. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $249 - $305.
In Hope Mills NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,380 - $1,686. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,966 - $2,402 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$249 - $305 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,380 - $1,686 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Wilmington NC is $257 - $315. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilmington NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$257 - $315 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$257 - $315 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilmington NC is $253 - $309. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$253 - $309 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,684 - $2,058, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilmington NC area is $1,167 - $1,427.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,684 - $2,058 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,167 - $1,427 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$517 - $631 |
1.9% |
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 Wilmington NC, you should budget approximately $9,508 - $11,620, which is about 35.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,508 - $11,620 |
35.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,403 - $1,715 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,724 - $3,330 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,391 - $5,367 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$989 - $1,209 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,144 - $2,620. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,144 - $2,620 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$520 - $636 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$683 - $835 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$326 - $398 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$208 - $254 |
0.8% |
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 $580 - $708.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$580 - $708 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$226 - $276 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $418 - $510. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$418 - $510 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $802 - $980, which is about 3.0% 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 $483 - $591, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,788 - $5,852 |
18.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,503 - $4,281 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$802 - $980 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$483 - $591 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilmington NC area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $847 - $1,035.
| Other Events Cost |
$847 - $1,035 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$847 - $1,035 |
3.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Wilmington NC spend between $3,484 - $4,258 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilmington NC with 75 guests spend between $3,145 - $3,843 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,484 - $4,258 |
13.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$339 - $415 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,145 - $3,843 |
11.8% |