For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $49,841 - $60,917. 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 $316. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,841 - $60,917.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,841 - $60,917 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Concord NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $259 - $317. 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 $279 - $341.
In Concord NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,527 - $1,867. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,185 - $2,671 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,527 - $1,867 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $659 - $805. 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 |
$659 - $805 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$659 - $805 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charlotte NC is $142 - $174. 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 |
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,564 - $5,578, which is 9.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Charlotte NC typically budget around $3,060 - $3,740 which is 6.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,564 - $5,578 |
9.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$496 - $606 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,060 - $3,740 |
6.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charlotte NC, you should budget approximately $20,412 - $24,948, which is about 41.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,412 - $24,948 |
41.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,595 - $4,393 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,929 - $8,469 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,331 - $8,960 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,558 - $3,126 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,180 - $3,886. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,180 - $3,886 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$493 - $603 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$448 - $548 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$657 - $803 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$529 - $647 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,144 - $1,398.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,144 - $1,398 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$582 - $712 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,315 - $1,607. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,315 - $1,607 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $868 - $1,060, which is about 1.7% 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 $527 - $644, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,162 - $6,310 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,768 - $4,606 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$868 - $1,060 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$527 - $644 |
1.1% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $824 - $1,007.
| Other Events Cost |
$824 - $1,007 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $6,827 - $8,345 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $3,007 - $3,675 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,286 - $2,794. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,827 - $8,345 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$412 - $504 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$770 - $941 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,007 - $3,675 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,286 - $2,794 |
4.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Charlotte NC is estimated to be $1,734 - $2,120. This service accounts for 3.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,734 - $2,120 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
3.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,043 - $1,275.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,043 - $1,275 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
2.1% |