For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $60,240 - $73,626. 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 $268. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,240 - $73,626.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,240 - $73,626 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $540 - $660. 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 $581 - $711.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,180 - $3,886. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,550 - $5,562 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$540 - $660 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$581 - $711 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,180 - $3,886 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charleston SC is $1,036 - $1,266. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,036 - $1,266 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,036 - $1,266 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $254 - $310. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,850 - $3,484, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,216 - $1,486.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,850 - $3,484 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,216 - $1,486 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$539 - $659 |
0.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,095 - $1,339 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $30,066 - $36,748, which is about 49.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,066 - $36,748 |
49.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,654 - $6,910 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,901 - $13,323 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,487 - $11,595 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,025 - $4,919 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,349 - $5,315. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,349 - $5,315 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$532 - $650 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$720 - $880 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$724 - $884 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,300 - $1,588 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $917 - $1,121.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$917 - $1,121 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$917 - $1,121 |
1.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,787 - $2,185. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,787 - $2,185 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$306 - $374 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$455 - $556 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$193 - $235 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,691 - $2,067, which is about 2.8% 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 $1,026 - $1,254, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,717 - $3,321 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,691 - $2,067 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,026 - $1,254 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $895 - $1,093.
| Other Events Cost |
$895 - $1,093 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$895 - $1,093 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $6,609 - $8,077 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 250 guests spend between $3,295 - $4,027 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,504 - $3,060. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,609 - $8,077 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$810 - $990 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,295 - $4,027 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,504 - $3,060 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,886 - $2,306. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,886 - $2,306 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,886 - $2,306 |
3.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,664 - $2,034.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,664 - $2,034 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,664 - $2,034 |
2.8% |