For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $50,374 - $61,568. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $320. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,374 - $61,568.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,374 - $61,568 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $410 - $502. 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 $442 - $540.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,417 - $2,954. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,458 - $4,226 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$442 - $540 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,417 - $2,954 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $659 - $805. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$659 - $805 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$659 - $805 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $251 - $307. 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 |
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,718 - $4,544, which is 7.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,200 - $3,911 which is 6.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,718 - $4,544 |
7.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$518 - $634 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,200 - $3,911 |
6.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $20,621 - $25,203, which is about 40.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,621 - $25,203 |
40.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,575 - $4,369 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,891 - $8,423 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,610 - $9,301 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,545 - $3,111 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,721 - $3,325. This accounts for roughly 5.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,721 - $3,325 |
5.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$515 - $629 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$454 - $554 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$691 - $845 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,013 - $1,239.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$580 - $708 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$307 - $375 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $996 - $1,218. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$996 - $1,218 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$286 - $350 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,317 - $1,609, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $798 - $976, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,830 - $9,570 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,715 - $6,985 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,317 - $1,609 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$798 - $976 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,610 - $6,856 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $3,188 - $3,896 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,422 - $2,960. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,610 - $6,856 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,188 - $3,896 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,422 - $2,960 |
4.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charleston SC is estimated to be $1,814 - $2,217. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,814 - $2,217 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,814 - $2,217 |
3.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,025 - $1,253.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.0% |