For a wedding with 400 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $92,812 - $113,436. 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 $258. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $92,812 - $113,436.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $92,812 - $113,436 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 $266 - $325. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $286 - $350.
In Charleston SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,568 - $1,916. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,243 - $2,741 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $325 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$286 - $350 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,568 - $1,916 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Charleston SC is $1,990 - $2,432. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,990 - $2,432 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,990 - $2,432 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $254 - $310. 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 |
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,800 - $4,644, which is 4.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Charleston SC typically budget around $3,270 - $3,996 which is 3.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,800 - $4,644 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$530 - $648 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,270 - $3,996 |
3.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $55,027 - $67,255, which is about 59.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$55,027 - $67,255 |
59.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,324 - $13,840 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,833 - $26,685 |
23.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,808 - $16,876 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,062 - $9,854 |
8.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,881 - $8,410. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,881 - $8,410 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$522 - $638 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,328 - $1,623 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$703 - $859 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,495 - $3,049 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,596 - $1,950 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,993 - $3,659.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,993 - $3,659 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,838 - $2,246 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,443 - $4,208. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,443 - $4,208 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$564 - $690 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$264 - $322 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$835 - $1,021 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$501 - $613 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$500 - $611 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$382 - $466 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$397 - $485 |
0.4% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $879 - $1,075.
| Other Events Cost |
$879 - $1,075 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$879 - $1,075 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $6,411 - $7,835 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 400 guests spend between $2,714 - $3,318 on wedding photography, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $2,062 - $2,520. This makes up a portion of your (2.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,411 - $7,835 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$354 - $432 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $512 |
0.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$313 - $383 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$549 - $671 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,714 - $3,318 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,062 - $2,520 |
2.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,833 - $4,685. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,833 - $4,685 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,833 - $4,685 |
4.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,400 - $5,378.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,400 - $5,378 |
4.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $633 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,883 - $4,745 |
4.2% |