For a wedding with 125 guests in the Durham NC, the estimated total cost is around $33,672 - $41,154. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Durham NC is approximately $299. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,672 - $41,154.
The average wedding cost in Durham NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,672 - $41,154 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 $220 - $268. 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 $237 - $289.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,292 - $1,580. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,850 - $2,262 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,292 - $1,580 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Durham NC is $466 - $570. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Durham NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$466 - $570 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$466 - $570 |
1.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,765 - $2,157, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Durham NC area is $1,223 - $1,495.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,765 - $2,157 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,223 - $1,495 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$542 - $662 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Durham NC, you should budget approximately $17,584 - $21,492, which is about 52.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,584 - $21,492 |
52.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,560 - $3,128 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,936 - $6,032 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,267 - $10,104 |
24.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,823 - $2,228 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,705 - $3,307. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,705 - $3,307 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$494 - $604 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$225 - $275 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$323 - $395 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$704 - $860 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$585 - $715 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $458 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $415 - $507.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $819 - $1,001. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $765 - $935, 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 $464 - $568, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,229 - $1,503 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$765 - $935 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$464 - $568 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Durham NC area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $900 - $1,100.
| Other Events Cost |
$900 - $1,100 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$900 - $1,100 |
2.7% |
On average, couples in Durham NC spend between $3,114 - $3,806 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Durham NC with 125 guests spend between $2,780 - $3,398 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,114 - $3,806 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$334 - $408 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,780 - $3,398 |
8.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Durham NC is estimated to be $1,898 - $2,320. This service accounts for 5.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,898 - $2,320 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,898 - $2,320 |
5.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $672 - $822.
| Transportation Cost |
$672 - $822 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$672 - $822 |
2.0% |