For a wedding with 250 guests in the Columbia, SC, the estimated total cost is around $46,794 - $57,192. 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 $208. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,794 - $57,192.
The average wedding cost in Columbia, SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,794 - $57,192 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Columbia SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $245 - $299. 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 $264 - $322.
In Columbia SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,444 - $1,764. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,066 - $2,525 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,444 - $1,764 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Columbia, SC is $969 - $1,185. 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 |
$969 - $1,185 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$969 - $1,185 |
2.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $925 - $1,131, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Columbia, SC area is $925 - $1,131.
| Entertainment Cost |
$925 - $1,131 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$925 - $1,131 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Columbia, SC, you should budget approximately $27,212 - $33,259, which is about 58.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,212 - $33,259 |
58.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,360 - $6,552 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,333 - $12,629 |
22.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,703 - $9,415 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,815 - $4,663 |
8.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,852 - $4,708. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,852 - $4,708 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$416 - $508 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$710 - $868 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$542 - $662 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,217 - $1,487 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$779 - $952 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,492 - $1,824.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,492 - $1,824 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$869 - $1,062 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,800 - $2,200. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,800 - $2,200 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$448 - $548 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $810 - $990, which is about 1.7% 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 $491 - $601, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,820 - $5,891 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,518 - $4,300 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$810 - $990 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$491 - $601 |
1.1% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $681 - $833.
| Other Events Cost |
$681 - $833 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$681 - $833 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Columbia, SC spend between $2,739 - $3,347 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Columbia, SC with 250 guests spend between $2,398 - $2,930 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,739 - $3,347 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,398 - $2,930 |
5.1% |