For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $34,115 - $41,696. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $303. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,115 - $41,696.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,115 - $41,696 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $279 - $341. 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 $301 - $367.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,644 - $2,010. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,354 - $2,877 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$301 - $367 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,644 - $2,010 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $428 - $524. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$428 - $524 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$428 - $524 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $252 - $308. 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 |
$252 - $308 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,568 - $1,916, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,086 - $1,328.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,568 - $1,916 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,086 - $1,328 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $589 |
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 Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $13,678 - $16,718, which is about 40.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,678 - $16,718 |
40.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,238 - $2,736 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,314 - $5,272 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,533 - $6,763 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,593 - $1,947 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,620 - $3,202. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,620 - $3,202 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$531 - $649 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$296 - $362 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$671 - $820 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$537 - $657 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$344 - $420 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $363 - $443.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$363 - $443 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$363 - $443 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $742 - $906. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$742 - $906 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $899 - $1,099, which is about 2.6% 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 $546 - $668, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,551 - $6,785 |
16.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$201 - $245 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,905 - $4,773 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$899 - $1,099 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$546 - $668 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $800 - $978.
| Other Events Cost |
$800 - $978 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$800 - $978 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $3,406 - $4,162 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $3,041 - $3,717 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,406 - $4,162 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$365 - $446 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,041 - $3,717 |
8.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $1,686 - $2,060. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,686 - $2,060 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
4.9% |