For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $35,542 - $43,440. 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 $226. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,542 - $43,440.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,542 - $43,440 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $155 - $189. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $167 - $204.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $911 - $1,113. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,303 - $1,593 |
3.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$911 - $1,113 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $614 - $750. 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 |
$614 - $750 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$614 - $750 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $239 - $293. 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 |
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,465 - $1,791, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,015 - $1,241.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,465 - $1,791 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,015 - $1,241 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$450 - $550 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $18,726 - $22,888, which is about 52.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,726 - $22,888 |
52.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,344 - $4,087 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,445 - $7,877 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,558 - $8,016 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,380 - $2,908 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,036 - $3,710. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,036 - $3,710 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$477 - $583 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$478 - $584 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$601 - $735 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$771 - $943 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$492 - $602 |
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 $1,093 - $1,335.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,093 - $1,335 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$542 - $662 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$322 - $394 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,246 - $1,522. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,246 - $1,522 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$203 - $248 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $548 - $670, which is about 1.5% 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 $333 - $407, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,262 - $3,986 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,381 - $2,910 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$548 - $670 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$333 - $407 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $748 - $914.
| Other Events Cost |
$748 - $914 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$748 - $914 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $3,161 - $3,863 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $2,309 - $2,822 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,161 - $3,863 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $381 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$541 - $661 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,309 - $2,822 |
6.5% |