For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $44,478 - $54,362. 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 $282. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,478 - $54,362.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,478 - $54,362 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $358 - $438. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,107 - $2,575. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,465 - $3,013 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$358 - $438 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,107 - $2,575 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $680 - $831. 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 |
$680 - $831 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$680 - $831 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $243 - $297. 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 |
$243 - $297 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,661 - $2,030, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,150 - $1,406.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,661 - $2,030 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,150 - $1,406 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$510 - $624 |
1.1% |
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 $17,065 - $20,857, which is about 38.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,065 - $20,857 |
38.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,809 - $8,322 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,743 - $9,463 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,514 - $3,072 |
5.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,562 - $3,132. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,562 - $3,132 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$535 - $653 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$718 - $878 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $592 - $724.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$592 - $724 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$311 - $380 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,004 - $1,228. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$289 - $353 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,102 - $1,346, which is about 2.5% 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 $669 - $817, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,358 - $8,993 |
16.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$248 - $303 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,780 - $5,842 |
10.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$313 - $383 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,102 - $1,346 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$669 - $817 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $846 - $1,034.
| Other Events Cost |
$846 - $1,034 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $4,628 - $5,656 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $3,146 - $3,845 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,628 - $5,656 |
10.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$810 - $990 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,146 - $3,845 |
7.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,691 - $4,511. This service accounts for 8.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,691 - $4,511 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,691 - $4,511 |
8.3% |
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 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.3% |