For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $43,142 - $52,729. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $274. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,142 - $52,729.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,142 - $52,729 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $354 - $432. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,082 - $2,544. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,435 - $2,977 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$354 - $432 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,082 - $2,544 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $618 - $756. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$618 - $756 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$618 - $756 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $230 - $281. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,917 - $2,343, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,008 - $1,232.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,917 - $2,343 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$909 - $1,111 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $19,022 - $23,250, which is about 44.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,022 - $23,250 |
44.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,326 - $4,066 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,413 - $7,838 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,917 - $8,454 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,367 - $2,893 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,975 - $3,636. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,975 - $3,636 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$464 - $568 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$211 - $257 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$420 - $514 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$607 - $741 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$777 - $949 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$496 - $606 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,116 - $1,364.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,116 - $1,364 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$539 - $659 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $898 - $1,098. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$898 - $1,098 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,112 - $1,359, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,935 - $7,253 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,823 - $5,895 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,112 - $1,359 |
2.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $5,138 - $6,280 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $2,759 - $3,372 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,096 - $2,562. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,138 - $6,280 |
11.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $347 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,759 - $3,372 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,096 - $2,562 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,564 - $1,912. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,564 - $1,912 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,564 - $1,912 |
3.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,043 - $1,275.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,043 - $1,275 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
2.4% |