For a wedding with 38 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $6,604 - $8,072. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $193. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $6,604 - $8,072.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $6,604 - $8,072 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,228 - $1,500. This represents about 18.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,228 - $1,500 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,228 - $1,500 |
18.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $73 - $89. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$73 - $89 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$73 - $89 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $783 - $957, which is 11.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $783 - $957.
| Entertainment Cost |
$783 - $957 |
11.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$783 - $957 |
11.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,153 - $1,409. This accounts for roughly 17.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,153 - $1,409 |
17.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$361 - $441 |
5.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$163 - $199 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$420 - $514 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$135 - $165 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$74 - $90 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $128 - $156.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$128 - $156 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$80 - $98 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$48 - $58 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $85 - $103. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$85 - $103 |
1.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$22 - $26 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $1,417 - $1,731 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 38 guests spend between $1,417 - $1,731 on wedding photography, which is about 21.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,417 - $1,731 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,417 - $1,731 |
21.4% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$1,739 - $2,125 |
26.3% |