For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charles Town WV, the estimated total cost is around $53,018 - $64,800. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charles Town WV is approximately $236. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,018 - $64,800.
The average wedding cost in Charles Town WV is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,018 - $64,800 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charles Town WV, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $258 - $316. 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 $288 - $352.
In Charles Town WV, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,580 - $1,932. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,232 - $2,728 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$288 - $352 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,580 - $1,932 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charles Town WV is $914 - $1,117. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charles Town WV area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$914 - $1,117 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$914 - $1,117 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charles Town WV is $320 - $392. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,844 - $2,254, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charles Town WV area is $1,241 - $1,517.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,844 - $2,254 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$603 - $737 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charles Town WV, you should budget approximately $30,644 - $37,454, which is about 57.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,644 - $37,454 |
57.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,253 - $5,199 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,260 - $10,096 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,928 - $18,246 |
28.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,202 - $3,914 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,048 - $4,948. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,048 - $4,948 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$648 - $792 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$601 - $735 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$776 - $948 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$724 - $884 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,408 - $1,720.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,408 - $1,720 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$768 - $938 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$369 - $451 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,491 - $1,823. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,491 - $1,823 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$349 - $427 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$165 - $201 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $847 - $1,035, which is about 1.6% 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 $509 - $623, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,088 - $6,218 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,731 - $4,561 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$847 - $1,035 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$509 - $623 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charles Town WV area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $995 - $1,216.
| Other Events Cost |
$995 - $1,216 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$995 - $1,216 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$514 - $628 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$514 - $628 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Charles Town WV spend between $3,228 - $3,946 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charles Town WV with 250 guests spend between $2,913 - $3,561 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,228 - $3,946 |
6.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$315 - $385 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,913 - $3,561 |
5.5% |