For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $50,238 - $61,402. 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 $319. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,238 - $61,402.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,238 - $61,402 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 $377 - $461. 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 $407 - $497.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,222 - $2,716. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,181 - $3,887 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$377 - $461 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$407 - $497 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,222 - $2,716 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $708 - $866. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$708 - $866 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$708 - $866 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $256 - $312. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,784 - $2,180, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,236 - $1,510.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,784 - $2,180 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,236 - $1,510 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$548 - $670 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $21,613 - $26,415, which is about 43.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,613 - $26,415 |
43.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,729 - $4,557 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,190 - $8,788 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,039 - $9,825 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,655 - $3,245 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,503 - $4,281. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,503 - $4,281 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$557 - $681 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$757 - $925 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$888 - $1,086 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$568 - $694 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,211 - $1,480.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,211 - $1,480 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$605 - $739 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$324 - $396 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,185 - $1,449. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,185 - $1,449, which is about 2.4% 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 $719 - $879, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,048 - $8,614 |
14.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,144 - $6,287 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$719 - $879 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $909 - $1,111.
| Other Events Cost |
$909 - $1,111 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$909 - $1,111 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $3,192 - $3,902 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $2,808 - $3,432 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,192 - $3,902 |
6.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,808 - $3,432 |
5.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,965 - $4,847. This service accounts for 7.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,965 - $4,847 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,965 - $4,847 |
7.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,025 - $1,253.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.0% |