For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $32,744 - $40,020. 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 $485. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,744 - $40,020.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,744 - $40,020 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 $376 - $460. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $405 - $495.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,213 - $2,705. This represents about 6.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,168 - $3,872 |
9.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$376 - $460 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$405 - $495 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,213 - $2,705 |
6.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charleston SC is $277 - $339. 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 |
$277 - $339 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$277 - $339 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $202 - $246. 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 |
$202 - $246 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,821 - $2,225, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,261 - $1,541.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,821 - $2,225 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,261 - $1,541 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$560 - $684 |
1.7% |
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 $8,726 - $10,666, which is about 26.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,726 - $10,666 |
26.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,812 - $3,436 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,876 - $5,960 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,039 - $1,269 |
3.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,311 - $2,825. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,311 - $2,825 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$550 - $672 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$754 - $922 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$347 - $425 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$222 - $272 |
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 $526 - $642.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$526 - $642 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $456 - $558. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$456 - $558 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$43 - $53 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,211 - $1,480, which is about 3.7% 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 $734 - $898, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,469 - $9,129 |
22.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,253 - $6,421 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,211 - $1,480 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$734 - $898 |
2.2% |
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 $928 - $1,134.
| Other Events Cost |
$928 - $1,134 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$928 - $1,134 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,846 - $7,146 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 75 guests spend between $2,867 - $3,504 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,177 - $2,661. This makes up a portion of your (6.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,846 - $7,146 |
17.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $512 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,867 - $3,504 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,177 - $2,661 |
6.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $355 - $433.
| Transportation Cost |
$355 - $433 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$355 - $433 |
1.1% |