For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $35,475 - $43,359. 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 $315. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,475 - $43,359.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,475 - $43,359 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $299 - $365. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $321 - $393.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,760 - $2,151. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,518 - $3,078 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$299 - $365 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$321 - $393 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,760 - $2,151 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $466 - $570. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$466 - $570 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$466 - $570 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $273 - $333. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$273 - $333 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,832 - $2,239, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,269 - $1,551.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,832 - $2,239 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,269 - $1,551 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$563 - $688 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $15,448 - $18,880, which is about 43.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,448 - $18,880 |
43.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,532 - $3,094 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,880 - $5,964 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,234 - $7,620 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,802 - $2,202 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,823 - $3,451. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,823 - $3,451 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$557 - $681 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$313 - $383 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$742 - $906 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$585 - $715 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $890 - $1,088.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$890 - $1,088 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$410 - $502 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $780 - $954. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$780 - $954 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,003 - $1,225, which is about 2.8% 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 $608 - $744, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,611 - $1,969 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$608 - $744 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $6,084 - $7,436 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $3,457 - $4,225 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,627 - $3,211. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,084 - $7,436 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,457 - $4,225 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,627 - $3,211 |
7.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $1,969 - $2,407. This service accounts for 5.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,969 - $2,407 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,969 - $2,407 |
5.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $524 - $640.
| Transportation Cost |
$524 - $640 |
1.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$524 - $640 |
1.5% |