For a wedding with 125 guests in the Durham NC, the estimated total cost is around $25,335 - $30,965. 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 $225. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,335 - $30,965.
The average wedding cost in Durham NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,335 - $30,965 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 $218 - $266. 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 $235 - $287.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$554 - $677 |
2.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$101 - $123 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Durham NC is $425 - $519. 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 |
$425 - $519 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$425 - $519 |
1.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,536 - $1,878, which is 6.1% 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 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
4.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$472 - $576 |
1.9% |
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 $15,424 - $18,852, which is about 60.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,424 - $18,852 |
60.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,291 - $2,801 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,417 - $5,399 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,085 - $8,659 |
28.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,631 - $1,993 |
6.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,544 - $3,110. This accounts for roughly 10.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,544 - $3,110 |
10.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$494 - $604 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$225 - $275 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$321 - $393 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$630 - $770 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$533 - $651 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$341 - $417 |
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 $833 - $1,019.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$833 - $1,019 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$371 - $453 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$218 - $266 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $815 - $996. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$815 - $996 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$136 - $166 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $784 - $958.
| Other Events Cost |
$784 - $958 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$784 - $958 |
3.1% |
On average, couples in Durham NC spend between $2,420 - $2,958 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Durham NC with 125 guests spend between $2,420 - $2,958 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,420 - $2,958 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,420 - $2,958 |
9.6% |