For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $24,290 - $29,688. 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 $360. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,290 - $29,688.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,290 - $29,688 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 $262 - $320. 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 $277 - $339.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,570 - $1,918. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,226 - $2,720 |
9.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,570 - $1,918 |
6.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charlotte NC is $272 - $332. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$272 - $332 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$272 - $332 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $246 - $300. 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 |
$246 - $300 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,574 - $1,924, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,095 - $1,339.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,574 - $1,924 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,095 - $1,339 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$479 - $585 |
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 Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $9,533 - $11,651, which is about 39.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,533 - $11,651 |
39.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,454 - $1,778 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,831 - $3,460 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,221 - $5,159 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
4.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,700 - $2,078. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,700 - $2,078 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $612 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$222 - $272 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$636 - $778 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$341 - $417 |
1.4% |
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 $450 - $550.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$450 - $550 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$236 - $288 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $280 - $342. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$280 - $342 |
1.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$45 - $55 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $247 - $301. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$247 - $301 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$247 - $301 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $822 - $1,004.
| Other Events Cost |
$822 - $1,004 |
3.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$822 - $1,004 |
3.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $4,399 - $5,377 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 75 guests spend between $2,512 - $3,070 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $1,887 - $2,307. This makes up a portion of your (7.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,399 - $5,377 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,887 - $2,307 |
7.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,758 - $2,148. This service accounts for 7.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,758 - $2,148 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,758 - $2,148 |
7.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $389 - $475.
| Transportation Cost |
$389 - $475 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$389 - $475 |
1.6% |