For a wedding with 125 guests in the 27701, the estimated total cost is around $31,342 - $38,306. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in 27701 is approximately $279. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,342 - $38,306.
The average wedding cost in 27701 is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,342 - $38,306 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $221 - $270. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $239 - $292.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,301 - $1,591. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,862 - $2,276 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$221 - $270 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$239 - $292 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,301 - $1,591 |
4.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Durham NC is $248 - $303. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,649 - $2,015, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the 27701 area is $1,142 - $1,396.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,649 - $2,015 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,142 - $1,396 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$507 - $619 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in 27701, you should budget approximately $14,820 - $18,114, which is about 47.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,820 - $18,114 |
47.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,423 - $2,961 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,671 - $5,709 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,002 - $7,336 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,724 - $2,108 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,005 - $3,673. This accounts for roughly 9.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,005 - $3,673 |
9.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$537 - $657 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$245 - $299 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$325 - $397 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$814 - $994 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$662 - $809 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$423 - $517 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $533 - $651.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$533 - $651 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$392 - $480 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $686 - $838. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$686 - $838 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $725 - $886, which is about 2.3% 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 $439 - $537, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,164 - $1,422 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$725 - $886 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$439 - $537 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the 27701 area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $841 - $1,027.
| Other Events Cost |
$841 - $1,027 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$841 - $1,027 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in 27701 spend between $3,434 - $4,198 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in 27701 with 125 guests spend between $3,101 - $3,790 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,434 - $4,198 |
11.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$334 - $408 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,101 - $3,790 |
9.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in 27701 is estimated to be $1,772 - $2,166. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,772 - $2,166 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,772 - $2,166 |
5.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $672 - $822.
| Transportation Cost |
$672 - $822 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$672 - $822 |
2.1% |