For a wedding with 175 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $29,435 - $35,976. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $187. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,435 - $35,976.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,435 - $35,976 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $141 - $173. 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 $124 - $152.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $714 - $872. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,046 - $1,278 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$141 - $173 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$714 - $872 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $104 - $128. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$42 - $52 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $924 - $1,130, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $924 - $1,130.
| Entertainment Cost |
$924 - $1,130 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$924 - $1,130 |
3.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,219 - $2,713. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,219 - $2,713 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$320 - $392 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$145 - $177 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$494 - $604 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$815 - $997 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$445 - $543 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,074 - $1,312.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,074 - $1,312 |
3.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$508 - $620 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$491 - $600 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $873 - $1,067. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
3.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$454 - $554 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$236 - $288 |
0.8% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $485 - $593, 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 HIM) is estimated at $286 - $350, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,272 - $3,999 |
11.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,134 - $2,608 |
7.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$140 - $171 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$485 - $593 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$286 - $350 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $3,404 - $4,160 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 175 guests spend between $2,001 - $2,445 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,404 - $4,160 |
11.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$257 - $315 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$289 - $353 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$346 - $422 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$511 - $625 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,001 - $2,445 |
6.8% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$16,519 - $20,189 |
56.1% |