For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chapel Hill NC, the estimated total cost is around $41,319 - $50,501. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chapel Hill NC is approximately $262. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,319 - $50,501.
The average wedding cost in Chapel Hill NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,319 - $50,501 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chapel Hill NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $314 - $384. 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 $417 - $509.
In Chapel Hill NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,291 - $2,800. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,149 - $3,849 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$417 - $509 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,291 - $2,800 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chapel Hill NC is $632 - $772. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chapel Hill NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$632 - $772 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$632 - $772 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chapel Hill NC is $145 - $177. 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 |
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,517 - $1,855, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chapel Hill NC area is $1,022 - $1,249.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,517 - $1,855 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,022 - $1,249 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$496 - $606 |
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 Chapel Hill NC, you should budget approximately $21,097 - $25,785, which is about 51.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,097 - $25,785 |
51.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,093 - $3,781 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,006 - $7,340 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,670 - $11,818 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,328 - $2,846 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,755 - $3,367. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,755 - $3,367 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$393 - $481 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$415 - $507 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$571 - $697 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$705 - $861 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$500 - $612 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $813 - $993.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$813 - $993 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$559 - $683 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $754 - $922. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$754 - $922 |
1.8% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,084 - $1,324, which is about 2.6% 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 HIM) is estimated at $651 - $795, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,734 - $2,120 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$651 - $795 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chapel Hill NC area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chapel Hill NC spend between $6,145 - $7,511 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chapel Hill NC with 175 guests spend between $2,798 - $3,420 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chapel Hill NC is $2,393 - $2,925. This makes up a portion of your (5.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,145 - $7,511 |
14.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$372 - $454 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,798 - $3,420 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,393 - $2,925 |
5.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chapel Hill NC is estimated to be $1,915 - $2,341. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,915 - $2,341 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,915 - $2,341 |
4.6% |