For a wedding with 125 guests in the Hillsborough NC, the estimated total cost is around $41,838 - $51,136. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Hillsborough NC is approximately $372. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,838 - $51,136.
The average wedding cost in Hillsborough NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,838 - $51,136 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cary NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $527 - $644. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $568 - $694.
In Cary NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,102 - $3,792. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,440 - $5,426 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$527 - $644 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$568 - $694 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,102 - $3,792 |
7.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Hillsborough NC is $437 - $535. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Hillsborough NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$437 - $535 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$437 - $535 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hillsborough NC is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,399 - $2,933, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hillsborough NC area is $1,023 - $1,251.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,399 - $2,933 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$454 - $554 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$923 - $1,128 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Hillsborough NC, you should budget approximately $15,726 - $19,220, which is about 37.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,726 - $19,220 |
37.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,220 - $2,714 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,280 - $5,232 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,645 - $9,343 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,580 - $1,932 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,568 - $3,138. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,568 - $3,138 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $590 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$313 - $383 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$653 - $798 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$549 - $671 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$351 - $429 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $572 - $699.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$572 - $699 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$360 - $440 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $766 - $936. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$766 - $936 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,503 - $1,837, which is about 3.6% 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 $912 - $1,114, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,940 - $10,926 |
21.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,525 - $7,975 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,503 - $1,837 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$912 - $1,114 |
2.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Hillsborough NC area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $752 - $920.
| Other Events Cost |
$752 - $920 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$752 - $920 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Hillsborough NC spend between $2,776 - $3,392 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hillsborough NC with 125 guests spend between $2,325 - $2,841 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,776 - $3,392 |
6.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,325 - $2,841 |
5.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Hillsborough NC is estimated to be $1,588 - $1,940. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,588 - $1,940 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,588 - $1,940 |
3.8% |