For a wedding with 250 guests in the Cary NC, the estimated total cost is around $53,762 - $65,710. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cary NC is approximately $239. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,762 - $65,710.
The average wedding cost in Cary NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,762 - $65,710 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Apex NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $418 - $510. 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 $450 - $550.
In Apex NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,489 - $3,042. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,544 - $4,332 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$418 - $510 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$450 - $550 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,489 - $3,042 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Cary NC is $970 - $1,186. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cary NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$970 - $1,186 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cary NC is $264 - $322. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,668 - $2,038, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cary NC area is $1,156 - $1,412.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,668 - $2,038 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,156 - $1,412 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$512 - $626 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Cary NC, you should budget approximately $27,150 - $33,184, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,150 - $33,184 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,126 - $6,265 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,950 - $12,162 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,462 - $10,342 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,613 - $4,415 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,253 - $5,199. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,253 - $5,199 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$643 - $785 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$740 - $904 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,225 - $1,497 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$783 - $957 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,547 - $1,891.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,547 - $1,891 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$426 - $520 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,551 - $1,895. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,551 - $1,895 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$397 - $485 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,226 - $1,498, which is about 2.3% 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 $739 - $903, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,324 - $8,952 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,360 - $6,551 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,226 - $1,498 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$739 - $903 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cary NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
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 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$411 - $503 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Cary NC spend between $3,983 - $4,869 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cary NC with 250 guests spend between $3,272 - $3,999 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,983 - $4,869 |
7.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$293 - $359 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$419 - $512 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,272 - $3,999 |
6.1% |