For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $63,819 - $78,001. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charlotte NC is approximately $284. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,819 - $78,001.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,819 - $78,001 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $293. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $258 - $316.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,411 - $1,725. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,020 - $2,468 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,411 - $1,725 |
2.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charlotte NC is $1,049 - $1,283. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charlotte NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,049 - $1,283 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,049 - $1,283 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $178 - $218. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,743 - $2,131, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,208 - $1,476.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,743 - $2,131 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,208 - $1,476 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$536 - $655 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $31,512 - $38,514, which is about 49.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,512 - $38,514 |
49.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,837 - $7,134 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,251 - $13,751 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,271 - $12,553 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,154 - $5,077 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,266 - $5,214. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,266 - $5,214 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$474 - $580 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$215 - $263 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$716 - $876 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$699 - $855 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,319 - $1,612 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$842 - $1,030 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,680 - $2,054.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,680 - $2,054 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$946 - $1,156 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$485 - $593 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,823 - $2,228. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,823 - $2,228 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$304 - $372 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$453 - $553 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$268 - $328 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $824 - $1,007, which is about 1.3% 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 $500 - $611, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,502 - $6,724 |
8.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,576 - $4,370 |
5.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$235 - $287 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$500 - $611 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charlotte NC area is $250 - $306. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $889 - $1,087.
| Other Events Cost |
$889 - $1,087 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$889 - $1,087 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $6,434 - $7,864 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 250 guests spend between $2,746 - $3,356 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,087 - $2,551. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,434 - $7,864 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$339 - $415 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$412 - $504 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$309 - $377 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$541 - $661 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,746 - $3,356 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,087 - $2,551 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $3,877 - $4,739. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,877 - $4,739 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,877 - $4,739 |
6.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,196 - $2,684.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,196 - $2,684 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$509 - $623 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,687 - $2,061 |
2.6% |