For a wedding with 125 guests in the Wilmington NC, the estimated total cost is around $30,523 - $37,305. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wilmington NC is approximately $271. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,523 - $37,305.
The average wedding cost in Wilmington NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,523 - $37,305 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Tallahassee FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $216 - $264. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $233 - $285.
In Tallahassee FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,274 - $1,558. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,823 - $2,229 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$216 - $264 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$233 - $285 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,274 - $1,558 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Wilmington NC is $407 - $497. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wilmington NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$407 - $497 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilmington NC is $222 - $272. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$222 - $272 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,389 - $1,697, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wilmington NC area is $962 - $1,176.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,389 - $1,697 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$962 - $1,176 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$427 - $521 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Wilmington NC, you should budget approximately $13,406 - $16,385, which is about 43.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,406 - $16,385 |
43.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,216 - $2,708 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,271 - $5,221 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,341 - $6,527 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,578 - $1,928 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,648 - $3,236. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,648 - $3,236 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$432 - $528 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$618 - $756 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$563 - $689 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$511 - $625 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$327 - $399 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $997 - $1,219.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$997 - $1,219 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$359 - $439 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$418 - $510 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,538 - $1,880. This is approximately 5.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,538 - $1,880 |
5.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$263 - $321 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$391 - $477 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$168 - $206 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$232 - $284 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $715 - $873, 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 $434 - $530, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,253 - $5,198 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,104 - $3,794 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$715 - $873 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$434 - $530 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wilmington NC area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $708 - $866.
| Other Events Cost |
$708 - $866 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$708 - $866 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Wilmington NC spend between $2,488 - $3,040 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wilmington NC with 125 guests spend between $2,187 - $2,673 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,488 - $3,040 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
7.2% |