For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $69,679 - $85,163. 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 $310. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $69,679 - $85,163.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $69,679 - $85,163 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $653 - $798. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $704 - $860.
In Washington DC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,849 - $4,705. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,509 - $6,733 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$653 - $798 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$303 - $371 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$704 - $860 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,849 - $4,705 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charleston SC is $1,072 - $1,310. 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 |
$1,072 - $1,310 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,072 - $1,310 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $259 - $317. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,552 - $6,786, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,328 - $1,623.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,635 - $4,443 which is 5.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,552 - $6,786 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,328 - $1,623 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$590 - $721 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,635 - $4,443 |
5.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $35,010 - $42,790, which is about 50.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$35,010 - $42,790 |
50.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,025 - $7,363 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,616 - $14,198 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,080 - $15,986 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,289 - $5,243 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,585 - $5,603. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,585 - $5,603 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$523 - $639 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$861 - $1,053 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$757 - $925 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,345 - $1,643 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$860 - $1,052 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,920 - $2,346.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,920 - $2,346 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$977 - $1,195 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$581 - $711 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,808 - $3,432. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,808 - $3,432 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$365 - $446 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$324 - $396 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$171 - $209 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$543 - $663 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$222 - $272 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$356 - $435 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$324 - $396 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,157 - $2,637, which is about 3.1% 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 $1,310 - $1,601, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,467 - $4,237 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,157 - $2,637 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,310 - $1,601 |
1.9% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $977 - $1,195.
| Other Events Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$977 - $1,195 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,801 - $7,091 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 250 guests spend between $3,018 - $3,688 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,292 - $2,802. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,801 - $7,091 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$491 - $601 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,018 - $3,688 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,292 - $2,802 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $2,060 - $2,518. This service accounts for 3.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,060 - $2,518 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,060 - $2,518 |
3.0% |