For a wedding with 131 guests in the Asheville NC, the estimated total cost is around $49,334 - $60,297. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Asheville NC is approximately $240. With a guest count of 131, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,334 - $60,297.
The average wedding cost in Asheville NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,334 - $60,297 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $352 - $430. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $380 - $464.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,075 - $2,537. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,969 - $3,629 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$352 - $430 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$380 - $464 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,075 - $2,537 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 131 guests in Asheville NC is $536 - $655. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Asheville NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Asheville NC is $230 - $281. 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 |
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,501 - $5,501, which is 9.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Asheville NC area is $1,076 - $1,316.
For a live band, couples in Asheville NC typically budget around $2,948 - $3,603 which is 6.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,501 - $5,501 |
9.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$477 - $583 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,948 - $3,603 |
6.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 131 guest wedding in Asheville NC, you should budget approximately $16,983 - $20,757, which is about 34.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,983 - $20,757 |
34.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,141 - $3,839 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,056 - $7,402 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,752 - $7,030 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,034 - $2,486 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,848 - $3,480. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,848 - $3,480 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$417 - $509 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$640 - $782 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$673 - $823 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$430 - $526 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 131 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,019 - $1,245.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,019 - $1,245 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$464 - $567 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,194 - $1,460. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,194 - $1,460 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$172 - $210 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,130 - $1,382, which is about 2.3% 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 $686 - $838, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,551 - $9,229 |
15.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,908 - $5,998 |
9.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$322 - $394 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,130 - $1,382 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$686 - $838 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Asheville NC area is $239 - $293. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $793 - $969.
| Other Events Cost |
$793 - $969 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$793 - $969 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Asheville NC spend between $5,860 - $7,162 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Asheville NC with 131 guests spend between $2,447 - $2,991 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Asheville NC is $1,859 - $2,273. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,860 - $7,162 |
11.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$372 - $454 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$394 - $482 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$517 - $631 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,447 - $2,991 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,859 - $2,273 |
3.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Asheville NC is estimated to be $3,455 - $4,223. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,455 - $4,223 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,455 - $4,223 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $775 - $947.
| Transportation Cost |
$775 - $947 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$775 - $947 |
1.6% |