For a wedding with 175 guests in the Columbia SC, the estimated total cost is around $34,175 - $41,769. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Columbia SC is approximately $217. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,175 - $41,769.
The average wedding cost in Columbia SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,175 - $41,769 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chapin SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $371 - $453. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
In Chapin SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,182 - $2,666. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,552 - $3,120 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$371 - $453 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,182 - $2,666 |
6.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Columbia SC is $687 - $839. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Columbia SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$687 - $839 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$687 - $839 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Columbia SC is $226 - $276. 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 |
$226 - $276 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,464 - $1,790, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbia SC area is $1,014 - $1,240.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,464 - $1,790 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$450 - $550 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Columbia SC, you should budget approximately $20,456 - $25,002, which is about 59.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,456 - $25,002 |
59.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,754 - $4,588 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,236 - $8,844 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,794 - $8,304 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,672 - $3,266 |
7.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,651 - $3,241. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,651 - $3,241 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$591 - $723 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$861 - $1,053 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$551 - $673 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,044 - $1,276.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,044 - $1,276 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$608 - $744 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$315 - $385 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $886 - $1,082. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$886 - $1,082 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$197 - $241 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$294 - $360 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Columbia SC area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Columbia SC spend between $2,871 - $3,509 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbia SC with 175 guests spend between $2,601 - $3,179 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,871 - $3,509 |
8.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$270 - $330 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,601 - $3,179 |
7.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,099 - $1,343.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,099 - $1,343 |
3.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
3.2% |