For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $20,189 - $24,675. 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 $299. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,189 - $24,675.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,189 - $24,675 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Ladson SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $304. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $266 - $326.
In Ladson SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,475 - $1,803. This represents about 7.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,102 - $2,570 |
10.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $326 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,475 - $1,803 |
7.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charleston SC is $232 - $284. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$232 - $284 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$232 - $284 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,583 - $1,935, which is 7.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,097 - $1,341.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,583 - $1,935 |
7.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
5.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$486 - $594 |
2.4% |
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 Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $8,666 - $10,592, which is about 42.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,666 - $10,592 |
42.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,230 - $1,504 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,388 - $2,918 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,181 - $5,111 |
20.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$867 - $1,059 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,072 - $2,532. This accounts for roughly 10.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,072 - $2,532 |
10.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $644 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$667 - $815 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$293 - $359 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$187 - $229 |
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 $305 - $373.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$305 - $373 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$198 - $242 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $390 - $476. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$66 - $80 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$31 - $37 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$45 - $55 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $834 - $1,020, which is about 4.1% 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 $503 - $615, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,337 - $1,635 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$834 - $1,020 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$503 - $615 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Ladson SC spend between $3,094 - $3,782 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 75 guests spend between $3,094 - $3,782 on wedding photography, which is about 15.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,094 - $3,782 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,094 - $3,782 |
15.3% |