For a wedding with 250 guests in the Columbia SC, the estimated total cost is around $53,592 - $65,502. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbia SC is approximately $238. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,592 - $65,502.
The average wedding cost in Columbia SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,592 - $65,502 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $334 - $408. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $360 - $440.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,965 - $2,401. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,813 - $3,438 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$360 - $440 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,965 - $2,401 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Columbia SC is $977 - $1,195. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbia SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$977 - $1,195 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbia SC is $214 - $262. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,395 - $1,705, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbia SC area is $967 - $1,181.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,395 - $1,705 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$967 - $1,181 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $524 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Columbia SC, you should budget approximately $28,278 - $34,562, which is about 52.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,278 - $34,562 |
52.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,530 - $6,758 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,660 - $13,028 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,153 - $9,965 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,936 - $4,810 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,898 - $4,764. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,898 - $4,764 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$403 - $493 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$661 - $807 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$547 - $669 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,625 - $1,987.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,625 - $1,987 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$447 - $547 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,668 - $2,038. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,668 - $2,038 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$280 - $342 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$416 - $508 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,114 - $1,362, which is about 2.1% 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 $677 - $827, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,628 - $8,100 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,837 - $5,911 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,114 - $1,362 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$677 - $827 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Columbia SC area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $712 - $870.
| Other Events Cost |
$712 - $870 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$712 - $870 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Columbia SC spend between $4,766 - $5,825 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbia SC with 250 guests spend between $2,196 - $2,684 on wedding photography, which is about 4.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Columbia SC is $1,670 - $2,041. This makes up a portion of your (3.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,766 - $5,825 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,196 - $2,684 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,670 - $2,041 |
3.1% |