For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $55,383 - $67,691. 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 $352. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,383 - $67,691.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,383 - $67,691 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 $274 - $334. 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 $294 - $360.
In Columbia SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,628 - $1,990. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,319 - $2,835 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$294 - $360 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,628 - $1,990 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $666 - $814. 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 |
$666 - $814 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$666 - $814 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $272 - $332. 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 |
$272 - $332 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,092 - $3,779, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,319 - $1,612.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,092 - $3,779 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,319 - $1,612 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$584 - $714 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,189 - $1,453 |
2.1% |
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 $23,959 - $29,283, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,959 - $29,283 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,731 - $4,560 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,242 - $8,852 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,356 - $12,658 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,630 - $3,214 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,389 - $4,143. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,389 - $4,143 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$559 - $683 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$440 - $538 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$761 - $931 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$537 - $657 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,142 - $1,396.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,142 - $1,396 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$601 - $735 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,232 - $1,506. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,232 - $1,506 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$272 - $332 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $950 - $1,162, 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 $573 - $701, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,886 - $7,194 |
10.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,154 - $5,078 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$950 - $1,162 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$573 - $701 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $957 - $1,169.
| Other Events Cost |
$957 - $1,169 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$957 - $1,169 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $6,613 - $8,083 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $3,046 - $3,722 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 $2,335 - $2,853. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,613 - $8,083 |
11.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$562 - $686 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,046 - $3,722 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,335 - $2,853 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $4,215 - $5,151. This service accounts for 7.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,215 - $5,151 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,215 - $5,151 |
7.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $981 - $1,199.
| Transportation Cost |
$981 - $1,199 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$981 - $1,199 |
1.8% |