For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $41,112 - $50,248. 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 $261. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,112 - $50,248.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,112 - $50,248 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 $302 - $369. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $326 - $398.
In Lexington SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,778 - $2,173. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,544 - $3,110 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$302 - $369 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$326 - $398 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,778 - $2,173 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $596 - $728. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$596 - $728 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$596 - $728 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $235 - $287. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,011 - $1,235, which is 2.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,011 - $1,235.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.5% |
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 $18,458 - $22,560, which is about 44.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,458 - $22,560 |
44.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,209 - $3,922 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,186 - $7,560 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,780 - $8,286 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,284 - $2,792 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,831 - $2,237. This accounts for roughly 4.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,831 - $2,237 |
4.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$475 - $581 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$608 - $744 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$747 - $913 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $954 - $1,166.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$954 - $1,166 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$520 - $636 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $779 - $953. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$779 - $953 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $965 - $1,179, which is about 2.3% 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 $586 - $716, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,228 - $7,612 |
15.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,187 - $5,117 |
10.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$965 - $1,179 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$586 - $716 |
1.4% |
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 $743 - $909.
| Other Events Cost |
$743 - $909 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$743 - $909 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,911 - $7,225 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $2,829 - $3,457 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,149 - $2,627. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,911 - $7,225 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$549 - $671 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,829 - $3,457 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,149 - $2,627 |
5.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,568 - $1,916. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,568 - $1,916 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,568 - $1,916 |
3.8% |