For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $59,718 - $72,988. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $265. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,718 - $72,988.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,718 - $72,988 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Moncks Corner SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $282 - $344. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $303 - $371.
In Moncks Corner SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,659 - $2,027. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,373 - $2,901 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,659 - $2,027 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charleston SC is $1,023 - $1,251. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $263 - $321. 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 |
$263 - $321 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,761 - $2,153, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,220 - $1,491.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,761 - $2,153 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,220 - $1,491 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$542 - $662 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $29,763 - $36,377, which is about 49.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,763 - $36,377 |
49.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,668 - $6,928 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,928 - $13,356 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,131 - $11,161 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,036 - $4,932 |
6.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,640 - $5,671. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,640 - $5,671 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $655 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$689 - $843 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$822 - $1,004 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,433 - $1,751 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$916 - $1,120 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,647 - $2,013.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,647 - $2,013 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$920 - $1,124 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$464 - $568 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,742 - $2,129. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,742 - $2,129 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$293 - $358 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$434 - $530 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $948 - $1,158, which is about 1.6% 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 $575 - $703, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,636 - $6,888 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,113 - $5,027 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$948 - $1,158 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$575 - $703 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $898 - $1,098.
| Other Events Cost |
$898 - $1,098 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$898 - $1,098 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $4,880 - $5,964 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 250 guests spend between $2,773 - $3,389 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,107 - $2,575. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,880 - $5,964 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,773 - $3,389 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,107 - $2,575 |
3.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,916 - $4,786. This service accounts for 6.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,916 - $4,786 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,916 - $4,786 |
6.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $518 - $633.
| Transportation Cost |
$518 - $633 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $633 |
0.9% |