For a wedding with 125 guests in the NC, the estimated total cost is around $37,436 - $45,755. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in NC is approximately $333. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,436 - $45,755.
The average wedding cost in NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,436 - $45,755 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Conover NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $211 - $257. 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 $227 - $277.
In Conover NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,255 - $1,533. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,787 - $2,185 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,255 - $1,533 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in NC is $437 - $535. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$437 - $535 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$437 - $535 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in NC is $223 - $273. 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 |
$223 - $273 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,878 - $4,740, which is 10.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the NC area is $911 - $1,113.
For a live band, couples in NC typically budget around $2,563 - $3,133 which is 6.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,878 - $4,740 |
10.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$911 - $1,113 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,563 - $3,133 |
6.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in NC, you should budget approximately $13,344 - $16,310, which is about 35.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,344 - $16,310 |
35.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,381 - $2,910 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,622 - $5,649 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,664 - $5,700 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,376 - $2,904. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,376 - $2,904 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$443 - $541 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$538 - $658 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$552 - $674 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $813 - $993.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$813 - $993 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $826 - $1,010. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$826 - $1,010 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $716 - $875, which is about 1.9% 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 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,273 - $5,223 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,127 - $3,821 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$716 - $875 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$431 - $527 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the NC area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $661 - $807.
| Other Events Cost |
$661 - $807 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$661 - $807 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$375 - $459 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in NC spend between $4,964 - $6,067 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in NC with 125 guests spend between $2,105 - $2,573 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in NC is $1,614 - $1,972. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,964 - $6,067 |
13.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $479 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$518 - $634 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,105 - $2,573 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,614 - $1,972 |
4.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in NC is estimated to be $3,244 - $3,964. This service accounts for 8.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,244 - $3,964 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,244 - $3,964 |
8.7% |