For a wedding with 125 guests in the Columbia SC, the estimated total cost is around $37,970 - $46,408. 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 $338. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,970 - $46,408.
The average wedding cost in Columbia SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,970 - $46,408 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 $324 - $396. 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 $350 - $428.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,911 - $2,335. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,735 - $3,343 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$324 - $396 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$350 - $428 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,911 - $2,335 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Columbia SC is $432 - $528. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$432 - $528 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$432 - $528 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbia SC is $216 - $264. 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 |
$216 - $264 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,142 - $2,618, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbia SC area is $914 - $1,117.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,142 - $2,618 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$914 - $1,117 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$405 - $495 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$824 - $1,007 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Columbia SC, you should budget approximately $13,532 - $16,540, which is about 35.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,532 - $16,540 |
35.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,347 - $2,869 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,524 - $5,530 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,991 - $6,100 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,670 - $2,042 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,318 - $2,834. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,318 - $2,834 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$417 - $509 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$534 - $652 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$543 - $663 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $424 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $859 - $1,049.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$859 - $1,049 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $831 - $1,015. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$831 - $1,015 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,046 - $1,278, which is about 2.8% 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 $635 - $776, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,984 - $8,536 |
18.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,537 - $5,545 |
11.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$298 - $364 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$635 - $776 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $672 - $822.
| Other Events Cost |
$672 - $822 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$672 - $822 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Columbia SC spend between $2,976 - $3,638 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbia SC with 125 guests spend between $2,076 - $2,538 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,976 - $3,638 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,076 - $2,538 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Columbia SC is estimated to be $2,931 - $3,583. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,931 - $3,583 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,931 - $3,583 |
7.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $722 - $882.
| Transportation Cost |
$722 - $882 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$722 - $882 |
1.9% |