For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $40,550 - $49,562. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $257. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,550 - $49,562.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,550 - $49,562 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Concord NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $315 - $385. 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 $339 - $415.
In Concord NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,857 - $2,269. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,657 - $3,247 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,857 - $2,269 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $693 - $847. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$693 - $847 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$693 - $847 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $250 - $306. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,643 - $2,009, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,139 - $1,392.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,643 - $2,009 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,139 - $1,392 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$505 - $617 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $20,544 - $25,110, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,544 - $25,110 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,646 - $4,456 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,028 - $8,590 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,276 - $8,892 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,595 - $3,171 |
6.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,629 - $4,435. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,629 - $4,435 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $656 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$468 - $572 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$796 - $972 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$968 - $1,183 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$618 - $756 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,175 - $1,437.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,175 - $1,437 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$590 - $722 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$316 - $386 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,167 - $1,427. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,167 - $1,427 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$295 - $361 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $997 - $1,219, which is about 2.5% 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 $605 - $739, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,335 - $2,853 |
5.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$223 - $273 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$285 - $349 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$605 - $739 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $839 - $1,025.
| Other Events Cost |
$839 - $1,025 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$839 - $1,025 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $4,968 - $6,072 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $2,588 - $3,164 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $1,967 - $2,405. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,968 - $6,072 |
12.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$412 - $504 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,588 - $3,164 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,967 - $2,405 |
4.9% |