For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $33,017 - $40,354. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $293. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,017 - $40,354.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,017 - $40,354 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 $183 - $223. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,076 - $1,316. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,259 - $1,539 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $424 - $518. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$424 - $518 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$424 - $518 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $189 - $231. 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 |
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,680 - $2,054, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,165 - $1,423.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,680 - $2,054 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,165 - $1,423 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$516 - $630 |
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 Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $14,836 - $18,132, which is about 44.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,836 - $18,132 |
44.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,363 - $2,889 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,556 - $5,568 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,234 - $7,620 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,682 - $2,056 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,398 - $2,930. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,398 - $2,930 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$481 - $587 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$383 - $468 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$662 - $810 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$532 - $650 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$340 - $416 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $383 - $468.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$383 - $468 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $468 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $973 - $1,189. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$973 - $1,189 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$162 - $198 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $6,220 - $7,602 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $3,218 - $3,934 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,446 - $2,990. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,220 - $7,602 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$555 - $679 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,218 - $3,934 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,446 - $2,990 |
7.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $3,738 - $4,568. This service accounts for 11.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,738 - $4,568 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,738 - $4,568 |
11.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $661 - $807.
| Transportation Cost |
$661 - $807 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$661 - $807 |
2.0% |