For a wedding with 175 guests in the Asheville NC, the estimated total cost is around $43,212 - $52,814. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Asheville NC is approximately $274. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,212 - $52,814.
The average wedding cost in Asheville NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,212 - $52,814 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $289 - $353. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $311 - $381.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,705 - $2,083. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,438 - $2,980 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$311 - $381 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,705 - $2,083 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Asheville NC is $681 - $833. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Asheville NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$681 - $833 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$681 - $833 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Asheville NC is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,780 - $5,842, which is 11.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Asheville NC area is $941 - $1,150.
For a live band, couples in Asheville NC typically budget around $2,575 - $3,147 which is 6.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,780 - $5,842 |
11.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$941 - $1,150 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$417 - $509 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,575 - $3,147 |
6.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$848 - $1,036 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Asheville NC, you should budget approximately $20,043 - $24,497, which is about 46.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,043 - $24,497 |
46.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,739 - $4,569 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,208 - $8,810 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,435 - $7,865 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,661 - $3,253 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,196 - $3,906. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,196 - $3,906 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$480 - $586 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$421 - $515 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$548 - $670 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$932 - $1,140 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$596 - $728 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,164 - $1,422.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,164 - $1,422 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$606 - $740 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$285 - $349 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,061 - $1,297. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,061 - $1,297 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Asheville NC area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $693 - $847.
| Other Events Cost |
$693 - $847 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$693 - $847 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$382 - $466 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Asheville NC spend between $4,135 - $5,053 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Asheville NC with 175 guests spend between $2,138 - $2,614 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Asheville NC is $1,625 - $1,986. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,135 - $5,053 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$372 - $454 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,138 - $2,614 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,625 - $1,986 |
3.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Asheville NC is estimated to be $3,019 - $3,689. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,019 - $3,689 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,019 - $3,689 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,164 - $1,422.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,164 - $1,422 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,164 - $1,422 |
2.7% |