For a wedding with 125 guests in the Cary NC, the estimated total cost is around $37,198 - $45,464. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cary NC is approximately $331. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,198 - $45,464.
The average wedding cost in Cary NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,198 - $45,464 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Apex NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $466 - $570. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $501 - $613.
In Apex NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,745 - $3,355. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,928 - $4,800 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$466 - $570 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$215 - $263 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$501 - $613 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,745 - $3,355 |
7.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Cary NC is $439 - $537. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cary NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cary NC is $251 - $307. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,697 - $2,074, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cary NC area is $1,175 - $1,437.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,697 - $2,074 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,175 - $1,437 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$521 - $637 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Cary NC, you should budget approximately $14,900 - $18,212, which is about 40.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,900 - $18,212 |
40.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,381 - $2,911 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,590 - $5,610 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,234 - $7,620 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,695 - $2,071 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,643 - $3,231. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,643 - $3,231 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $622 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$307 - $375 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$692 - $846 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$552 - $674 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $910 - $1,112.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$910 - $1,112 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $882 - $1,078. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$882 - $1,078 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,491 - $1,823, which is about 4.0% 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 $905 - $1,106, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,396 - $2,928 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,491 - $1,823 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$905 - $1,106 |
2.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cary NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $866 - $1,058.
| Other Events Cost |
$866 - $1,058 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$866 - $1,058 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Cary NC spend between $5,134 - $6,274 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cary NC with 125 guests spend between $2,672 - $3,266 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cary NC is $2,030 - $2,482. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,134 - $6,274 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$431 - $527 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,672 - $3,266 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,030 - $2,482 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Cary NC is estimated to be $1,824 - $2,230. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,824 - $2,230 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,824 - $2,230 |
4.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $661 - $807.
| Transportation Cost |
$661 - $807 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$661 - $807 |
1.8% |