For a wedding with 125 guests in the Durham NC, the estimated total cost is around $33,358 - $40,770. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Durham NC is approximately $297. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,358 - $40,770.
The average wedding cost in Durham NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,358 - $40,770 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $187 - $229. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $201 - $245.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,112 - $1,360. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,585 - $1,937 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$201 - $245 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,112 - $1,360 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Durham NC is $392 - $480. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Durham NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$392 - $480 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Durham NC is $183 - $223. 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 |
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,386 - $4,138, which is 10.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Durham NC typically budget around $2,926 - $3,576 which is 8.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,386 - $4,138 |
10.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$460 - $562 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,926 - $3,576 |
8.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Durham NC, you should budget approximately $14,906 - $18,218, which is about 44.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,906 - $18,218 |
44.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,124 - $2,596 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,125 - $5,041 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,160 - $8,751 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,498 - $1,830 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,112 - $2,582. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,112 - $2,582 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$493 - $603 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$626 - $766 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$497 - $607 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $525 - $641.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$525 - $641 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$342 - $418 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $680 - $832. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$680 - $832 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $645 - $789, which is about 1.9% 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 $389 - $475, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,854 - $4,710 |
11.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,820 - $3,446 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$645 - $789 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$389 - $475 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Durham NC area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $754 - $922.
| Other Events Cost |
$754 - $922 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$754 - $922 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Durham NC spend between $2,733 - $3,341 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Durham NC with 125 guests spend between $2,402 - $2,936 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,733 - $3,341 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,402 - $2,936 |
7.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Durham NC is estimated to be $1,590 - $1,944. This service accounts for 4.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,590 - $1,944 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,590 - $1,944 |
4.8% |