For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $38,375 - $46,903. 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 $244. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,375 - $46,903.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,375 - $46,903 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $316 - $386. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $341 - $417.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,866 - $2,280. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,669 - $3,263 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$341 - $417 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,866 - $2,280 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $655 - $801. 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 |
$655 - $801 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$655 - $801 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $251 - $307. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,563 - $1,911, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,083 - $1,323.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,563 - $1,911 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$481 - $587 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $19,071 - $23,309, which is about 49.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,071 - $23,309 |
49.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,377 - $4,127 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,511 - $7,957 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,780 - $8,286 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,404 - $2,938 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,278 - $4,006. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,278 - $4,006 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$552 - $674 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$440 - $538 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$688 - $840 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$822 - $1,004 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$526 - $642 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $824 - $1,007.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$824 - $1,007 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$548 - $670 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $917 - $1,121. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$917 - $1,121 |
2.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$278 - $340 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $797 - $975.
| Other Events Cost |
$797 - $975 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$797 - $975 |
2.1% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,644 - $6,898 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $2,994 - $3,660 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,274 - $2,780. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,644 - $6,898 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,994 - $3,660 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,274 - $2,780 |
5.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,680 - $2,054. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,680 - $2,054 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,680 - $2,054 |
4.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,025 - $1,253.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.7% |