For a wedding with 125 guests in the Durham NC, the estimated total cost is around $29,144 - $35,620. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Durham NC is approximately $259. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,144 - $35,620.
The average wedding cost in Durham NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,144 - $35,620 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $245 - $299. 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 $265 - $323.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,443 - $1,763. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,066 - $2,525 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$265 - $323 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,443 - $1,763 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Durham NC is $416 - $508. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Durham NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$416 - $508 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$416 - $508 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Durham NC is $248 - $303. 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 |
$248 - $303 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,536 - $1,878, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Durham NC area is $1,065 - $1,301.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,536 - $1,878 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$472 - $576 |
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 Durham NC, you should budget approximately $13,780 - $16,842, which is about 47.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,780 - $16,842 |
47.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,291 - $2,800 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,415 - $5,397 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,443 - $6,653 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,631 - $1,993 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,489 - $3,043. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,489 - $3,043 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$479 - $585 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$320 - $391 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$717 - $877 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$594 - $726 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$380 - $464 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $371 - $453.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$371 - $453 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$371 - $453 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $669 - $817. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$669 - $817 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $807 - $987, 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 $491 - $600, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,298 - $1,586 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$807 - $987 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$491 - $600 |
1.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $783 - $957.
| Other Events Cost |
$783 - $957 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$783 - $957 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Durham NC spend between $2,762 - $3,376 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Durham NC with 125 guests spend between $2,418 - $2,956 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,762 - $3,376 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,418 - $2,956 |
8.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Durham NC is estimated to be $1,652 - $2,019. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,652 - $2,019 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,652 - $2,019 |
5.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $672 - $822.
| Transportation Cost |
$672 - $822 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$672 - $822 |
2.3% |