For a wedding with 75 guests in the Highlands NC, the estimated total cost is around $25,311 - $30,935. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Highlands NC is approximately $375. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,311 - $30,935.
The average wedding cost in Highlands NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,311 - $30,935 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Highlands NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $202 - $246. 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 $214 - $262.
In Highlands NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,209 - $1,477. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,715 - $2,096 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$202 - $246 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$214 - $262 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,209 - $1,477 |
4.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Highlands NC is $149 - $182. 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 |
$149 - $182 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $83 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,323 - $1,617, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Highlands NC area is $921 - $1,125.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,323 - $1,617 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$921 - $1,125 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$402 - $492 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Highlands NC, you should budget approximately $9,458 - $11,560, which is about 37.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,458 - $11,560 |
37.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,460 - $1,784 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,841 - $3,473 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,126 - $5,042 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,031 - $1,261 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,851 - $2,263. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,851 - $2,263 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$386 - $472 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$172 - $210 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$226 - $276 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$521 - $637 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$335 - $409 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$212 - $259 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $596 - $728.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$596 - $728 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$121 - $147 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$236 - $288 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$144 - $176 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $500 - $612. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$500 - $612 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $723 - $883, which is about 2.9% 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 $431 - $527, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,335 - $5,299 |
17.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,182 - $3,889 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$723 - $883 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$431 - $527 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Highlands NC area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $690 - $844.
| Other Events Cost |
$690 - $844 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$690 - $844 |
2.7% |
On average, couples in Highlands NC spend between $4,459 - $5,449 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Highlands NC with 75 guests spend between $2,354 - $2,878 on wedding photography, which is about 9.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Highlands NC is $1,769 - $2,162. This makes up a portion of your (7.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,459 - $5,449 |
17.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$336 - $410 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,354 - $2,878 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,769 - $2,162 |
7.0% |