For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charleston, SC, the estimated total cost is around $25,638 - $31,336. 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 $380. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,638 - $31,336.
The average wedding cost in Charleston, SC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,638 - $31,336 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Jesup GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $201 - $245. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $216 - $264.
In Jesup GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,197 - $1,463. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,705 - $2,083 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$201 - $245 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$216 - $264 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,197 - $1,463 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charleston, SC is $334 - $408. 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 |
$334 - $408 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$334 - $408 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston, SC is $216 - $264. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$216 - $264 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,404 - $1,716, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston, SC area is $973 - $1,189.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,404 - $1,716 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$973 - $1,189 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$431 - $527 |
1.7% |
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 Charleston, SC, you should budget approximately $10,715 - $13,096, which is about 41.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,715 - $13,096 |
41.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,856 - $2,268 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,604 - $4,404 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,947 - $4,824 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,309 - $1,599 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,033 - $2,485. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,033 - $2,485 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$415 - $507 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$185 - $227 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$554 - $677 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$422 - $516 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$269 - $329 |
1.0% |
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 $651 - $795.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$651 - $795 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$299 - $365 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$125 - $153 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $456 - $558. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$456 - $558 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$77 - $94 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $712 - $870, which is about 2.8% 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 $429 - $525, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,254 - $5,200 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,113 - $3,805 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$712 - $870 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$429 - $525 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston, SC area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $864.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $864 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $864 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$366 - $448 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charleston, SC spend between $2,570 - $3,141 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston, SC with 75 guests spend between $2,248 - $2,748 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,570 - $3,141 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$321 - $393 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,248 - $2,748 |
8.8% |