For a wedding with 75 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $24,308 - $29,710. 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 $360. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,308 - $29,710.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,308 - $29,710 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 $159 - $195. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $951 - $1,163. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,111 - $1,357 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$159 - $195 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$951 - $1,163 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Charlotte NC is $271 - $331. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$271 - $331 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$271 - $331 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $214 - $262. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,550 - $1,894, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,078 - $1,318.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,550 - $1,894 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,078 - $1,318 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$472 - $576 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $10,136 - $12,388, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,136 - $12,388 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,436 - $1,755 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,793 - $3,413 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,894 - $5,982 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,030 - $2,481. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,030 - $2,481 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$446 - $545 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$198 - $242 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$199 - $243 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$634 - $774 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$339 - $415 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$214 - $262 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $358 - $438.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$358 - $438 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$232 - $284 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$126 - $154 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $447 - $547. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$447 - $547 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$71 - $87 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $580 - $708, which is about 2.4% 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 $346 - $422, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$925 - $1,131 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$580 - $708 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$346 - $422 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $809 - $989.
| Other Events Cost |
$809 - $989 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$809 - $989 |
3.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $4,331 - $5,293 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 75 guests spend between $2,473 - $3,023 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $1,858 - $2,270. This makes up a portion of your (7.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,331 - $5,293 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,473 - $3,023 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,858 - $2,270 |
7.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,731 - $2,115. This service accounts for 7.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,731 - $2,115 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,731 - $2,115 |
7.1% |