For a wedding with 250 guests in the Merry Hill NC, the estimated total cost is around $51,269 - $62,663. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Merry Hill NC is approximately $228. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,269 - $62,663.
The average wedding cost in Merry Hill NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,269 - $62,663 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Merry Hill NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $234 - $286. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $252 - $308.
In Merry Hill NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,377 - $1,683. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,971 - $2,409 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,377 - $1,683 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Merry Hill NC is $1,021 - $1,247. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Merry Hill NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Merry Hill NC is $205 - $251. 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 |
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,431 - $2,971, which is 4.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Merry Hill NC typically budget around $2,431 - $2,971 which is 4.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,431 - $2,971 |
4.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,431 - $2,971 |
4.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Merry Hill NC, you should budget approximately $28,610 - $34,968, which is about 55.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,610 - $34,968 |
55.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,477 - $6,695 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,557 - $12,903 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,678 - $10,606 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,898 - $4,764 |
7.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,221 - $5,159. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,221 - $5,159 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$415 - $507 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$978 - $1,196 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$538 - $658 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,282 - $1,566 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$820 - $1,002 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,120 - $2,592. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,120 - $2,592 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$414 - $506 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$617 - $754 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$327 - $399 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$291 - $355 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $763 - $933, which is about 1.5% 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 $463 - $565, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,536 - $5,544 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,310 - $4,046 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$763 - $933 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$463 - $565 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Merry Hill NC area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $653 - $799.
| Other Events Cost |
$653 - $799 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$653 - $799 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Merry Hill NC spend between $3,890 - $4,754 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Merry Hill NC with 250 guests spend between $2,018 - $2,466 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Merry Hill NC is $1,534 - $1,874. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,890 - $4,754 |
7.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,018 - $2,466 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,534 - $1,874 |
3.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Merry Hill NC is estimated to be $1,377 - $1,683. This service accounts for 2.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,377 - $1,683 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,377 - $1,683 |
2.7% |