For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wilmington NC, the estimated total cost is around $36,674 - $44,824. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilmington NC is approximately $326. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,674 - $44,824.
The average wedding cost in Wilmington NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,674 - $44,824 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Murrells Inlet SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $238 - $290. 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 $257 - $314.
In Murrells Inlet SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,417 - $1,731. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,018 - $2,466 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$257 - $314 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,417 - $1,731 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wilmington NC is $429 - $525. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilmington NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilmington NC is $235 - $287. 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 |
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,537 - $4,323, which is 9.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Wilmington NC typically budget around $3,056 - $3,735 which is 8.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,537 - $4,323 |
9.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $589 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,056 - $3,735 |
8.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Wilmington NC, you should budget approximately $15,806 - $19,318, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,806 - $19,318 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,338 - $2,858 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,540 - $5,548 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,279 - $8,897 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,649 - $2,015 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,525 - $3,086. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,525 - $3,086 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$483 - $591 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$645 - $789 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$543 - $663 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $424 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $377 - $461.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$377 - $461 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$377 - $461 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $702 - $858. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$702 - $858 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $806 - $985, which is about 2.2% 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 $486 - $594, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,815 - $5,885 |
13.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,524 - $4,307 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$806 - $985 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$486 - $594 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilmington NC area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Wilmington NC spend between $2,509 - $3,067 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilmington NC with 125 guests spend between $2,509 - $3,067 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,509 - $3,067 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,509 - $3,067 |
6.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Wilmington NC is estimated to be $3,473 - $4,245. This service accounts for 9.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,473 - $4,245 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,473 - $4,245 |
9.5% |