For a wedding with 75 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $36,831 - $45,015. 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 $546. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,831 - $45,015.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,831 - $45,015 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 $516 - $630. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $557 - $681.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,045 - $3,721. This represents about 8.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,357 - $5,325 |
11.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$516 - $630 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$557 - $681 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,045 - $3,721 |
8.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Raleigh NC is $283 - $345. 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 |
$283 - $345 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$283 - $345 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $261 - $319. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,403 - $6,603, which is 14.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,292 - $1,580.
For a live band, couples in Raleigh NC typically budget around $3,538 - $4,324 which is 9.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,403 - $6,603 |
14.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,292 - $1,580 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$572 - $700 |
1.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,538 - $4,324 |
9.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $10,358 - $12,660, which is about 28.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,358 - $12,660 |
28.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,454 - $1,778 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,804 - $3,427 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,065 - $6,191 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
2.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,211 - $2,703. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,211 - $2,703 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$575 - $703 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$794 - $970 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $547 - $669.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$547 - $669 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$236 - $288 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $632 - $772. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$632 - $772 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,589 - $1,942, which is about 4.3% 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 $964 - $1,178, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,552 - $3,120 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,589 - $1,942 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$964 - $1,178 |
2.6% |
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% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $952 - $1,164.
| Other Events Cost |
$952 - $1,164 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$952 - $1,164 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $6,602 - $8,069 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 75 guests spend between $3,510 - $4,290 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $2,668 - $3,260. This makes up a portion of your (7.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,602 - $8,069 |
17.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$424 - $518 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,510 - $4,290 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,668 - $3,260 |
7.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $2,005 - $2,451. This service accounts for 5.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,005 - $2,451 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
5.4% |