For a wedding with 38 guests in the Charlotte, NC , the estimated total cost is around $19,080 - $23,320. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte, NC is approximately $558. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $19,080 - $23,320.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte, NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $19,080 - $23,320 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $313 - $383. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $333 - $407.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,883 - $2,301. This represents about 9.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,669 - $3,263 |
14.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$313 - $383 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $172 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$333 - $407 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,883 - $2,301 |
9.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Charlotte, NC is $112 - $136. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte, NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$112 - $136 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$112 - $136 |
0.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte, NC is $86 - $105. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,255 - $2,757, which is 11.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Charlotte, NC typically budget around $2,255 - $2,757 which is 11.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,255 - $2,757 |
11.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,255 - $2,757 |
11.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Charlotte, NC , you should budget approximately $1,106 - $1,352, which is about 5.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,106 - $1,352 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
5.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,449 - $1,771. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,449 - $1,771 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$429 - $525 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$594 - $726 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$160 - $196 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $124 - $152. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$124 - $152 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$43 - $53 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,004 - $1,227, which is about 5.3% 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 $598 - $730, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,236 - $7,622 |
32.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$218 - $266 |
1.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,417 - $5,399 |
23.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$598 - $730 |
3.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte, NC area is $245 - $299. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$245 - $299 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$245 - $299 |
1.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $653 - $799.
| Other Events Cost |
$653 - $799 |
3.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$653 - $799 |
3.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$394 - $482 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte, NC spend between $3,750 - $4,584 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte, NC with 38 guests spend between $1,932 - $2,362 on wedding photography, which is about 10.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte, NC is $1,415 - $1,729. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,750 - $4,584 |
19.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$403 - $493 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,932 - $2,362 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,415 - $1,729 |
7.4% |