For a wedding with 38 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $23,773 - $29,055. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $695. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,773 - $29,055.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,773 - $29,055 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In North Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $205 - $251. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $221 - $270.
In North Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,208 - $1,476. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,728 - $2,112 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$221 - $270 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,208 - $1,476 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Charleston SC is $132 - $162. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$132 - $162 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$132 - $162 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $266 - $325. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$266 - $325 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,839 - $2,247, which is 7.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,274 - $1,557.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,839 - $2,247 |
7.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,274 - $1,557 |
5.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$565 - $691 |
2.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $5,798 - $7,086, which is about 24.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,798 - $7,086 |
24.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$715 - $873 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,377 - $1,683 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,198 - $3,908 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$509 - $622 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,875 - $2,291. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,875 - $2,291 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$535 - $653 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$731 - $893 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$166 - $202 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $419 - $512.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$419 - $512 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $238 - $290. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$238 - $290 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $724 - $884, which is about 3.0% 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 $439 - $537, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,301 - $5,257 |
18.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,138 - $3,836 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$724 - $884 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$439 - $537 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $937 - $1,145.
| Other Events Cost |
$937 - $1,145 |
3.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$937 - $1,145 |
3.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,419 - $6,623 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 38 guests spend between $2,894 - $3,538 on wedding photography, which is about 12.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,199 - $2,687. This makes up a portion of your (9.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,419 - $6,623 |
22.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$326 - $398 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,894 - $3,538 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,199 - $2,687 |
9.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $164 - $200.
| Transportation Cost |
$164 - $200 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$164 - $200 |
0.7% |