For a wedding with 131 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $41,178 - $50,328. 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 $240. With a guest count of 131, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,178 - $50,328.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,178 - $50,328 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 $290 - $354. 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 $312 - $382.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,711 - $2,091. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,447 - $2,991 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$312 - $382 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,711 - $2,091 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 131 guests in Raleigh NC is $576 - $704. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$576 - $704 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$576 - $704 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $266 - $326. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,844 - $7,142, which is 14.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,150 - $1,406.
For a live band, couples in Raleigh NC typically budget around $3,147 - $3,847 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,844 - $7,142 |
14.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,150 - $1,406 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$509 - $623 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,147 - $3,847 |
7.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,037 - $1,267 |
2.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 131 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $16,655 - $20,356, which is about 40.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,655 - $20,356 |
40.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,056 - $3,736 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,890 - $7,198 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,533 - $6,763 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,175 - $2,659 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,094 - $3,782. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,094 - $3,782 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$549 - $671 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$689 - $843 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$724 - $884 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$530 - $648 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 131 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,003 - $1,225.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,003 - $1,225 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$495 - $605 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,011 - $1,235. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$221 - $271 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $957 - $1,169, which is about 2.3% 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 $581 - $711, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,538 - $1,880 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$957 - $1,169 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$581 - $711 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $847 - $1,035.
| Other Events Cost |
$847 - $1,035 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$847 - $1,035 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $6,396 - $7,818 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 131 guests spend between $3,185 - $3,893 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,421 - $2,959. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,396 - $7,818 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$366 - $448 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$424 - $518 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,185 - $3,893 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,421 - $2,959 |
5.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $833 - $1,019.
| Transportation Cost |
$833 - $1,019 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$833 - $1,019 |
2.0% |