For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $27,911 - $34,113. 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 $413. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,911 - $34,113.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,911 - $34,113 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $258 - $316. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $277 - $339.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,518 - $1,856. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,173 - $2,655 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,518 - $1,856 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charleston SC is $227 - $277. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$227 - $277 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $239 - $293. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,388 - $1,696, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $961 - $1,175.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,388 - $1,696 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$961 - $1,175 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$427 - $521 |
1.5% |
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 $7,920 - $9,680, which is about 28.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,920 - $9,680 |
28.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,161 - $1,419 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,238 - $2,736 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,695 - $4,516 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$826 - $1,010 |
3.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,069 - $2,529. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,069 - $2,529 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$227 - $277 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$203 - $249 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$600 - $734 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$329 - $403 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$211 - $257 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $595 - $727.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$595 - $727 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$188 - $230 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$138 - $168 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $509 - $623. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $810 - $990, which is about 2.9% 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 $491 - $601, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,817 - $5,887 |
17.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,515 - $4,297 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$810 - $990 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$491 - $601 |
1.8% |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $865.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $865 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $865 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $4,761 - $5,819 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 75 guests spend between $2,185 - $2,671 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $1,661 - $2,030. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,761 - $5,819 |
17.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$366 - $448 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$549 - $671 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,185 - $2,671 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,661 - $2,030 |
5.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,492 - $1,824. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,492 - $1,824 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,492 - $1,824 |
5.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $355 - $433.
| Transportation Cost |
$355 - $433 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$355 - $433 |
1.3% |