For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $34,853 - $42,599. 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 $221. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,853 - $42,599.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,853 - $42,599 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $162 - $198. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $172 - $210.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $970 - $1,186. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,376 - $1,682 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$970 - $1,186 |
2.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $707 - $865. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$707 - $865 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$707 - $865 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,520 - $1,858, 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 $1,058 - $1,293.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,520 - $1,858 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,058 - $1,293 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$463 - $565 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
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 $20,876 - $25,516, which is about 59.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,876 - $25,516 |
59.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,686 - $4,505 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,170 - $8,764 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,419 - $9,067 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,602 - $3,180 |
7.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,318 - $4,056. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,318 - $4,056 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$496 - $606 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$651 - $795 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$887 - $1,084 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$560 - $684 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $597 - $729.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,143 - $1,397. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,143 - $1,397 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$298 - $364 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $572 - $700, which is about 1.6% 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 $341 - $417, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$914 - $1,117 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$572 - $700 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$341 - $417 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $247 - $301. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$247 - $301 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$247 - $301 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $793 - $969.
| Other Events Cost |
$793 - $969 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$793 - $969 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $2,739 - $3,347 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $2,426 - $2,965 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,739 - $3,347 |
7.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$313 - $383 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,426 - $2,965 |
7.0% |