For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $30,042 - $36,718. 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 $445. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,042 - $36,718.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,042 - $36,718 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Summerville SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $268 - $328. 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 $289 - $353.
In Summerville SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,580 - $1,931. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,261 - $2,763 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$289 - $353 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,580 - $1,931 |
5.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Summerville SC is $200 - $244. 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 |
$200 - $244 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,990 - $6,098, which is 16.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,193 - $1,459.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,267 - $3,993 which is 10.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,990 - $6,098 |
16.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$529 - $647 |
1.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,267 - $3,993 |
10.9% |
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 $10,892 - $13,312, which is about 36.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,892 - $13,312 |
36.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,391 - $1,700 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,682 - $3,278 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,829 - $7,125 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$990 - $1,210 |
3.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,768 - $2,160. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,768 - $2,160 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$529 - $647 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$703 - $859 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$327 - $399 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$209 - $255 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $375 - $459.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$375 - $459 |
1.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$226 - $276 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $440 - $538. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$440 - $538 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $898 - $1,098, which is about 3.0% 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 $545 - $667, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,444 - $1,764 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$898 - $1,098 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$545 - $667 |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $878 - $1,074.
| Other Events Cost |
$878 - $1,074 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$878 - $1,074 |
2.9% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $2,712 - $3,314 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 75 guests spend between $2,712 - $3,314 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,712 - $3,314 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,712 - $3,314 |
9.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,830 - $4,681. This service accounts for 12.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,830 - $4,681 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,830 - $4,681 |
12.7% |