For a wedding with 250 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $54,158 - $66,194. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Charleston SC is approximately $241. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,158 - $66,194.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,158 - $66,194 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $303 - $371. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $322 - $394.
In Mount Pleasant SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,821 - $2,225. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,582 - $3,156 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,821 - $2,225 |
3.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Charleston SC is $1,016 - $1,242. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Charleston SC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $230 - $281. 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 |
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,571 - $1,921, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,098 - $1,342.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,571 - $1,921 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$473 - $579 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $29,345 - $35,867, which is about 54.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,345 - $35,867 |
54.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,527 - $6,755 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,749 - $13,137 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,153 - $11,187 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,917 - $4,787 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,089 - $4,997. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,089 - $4,997 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$481 - $587 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$678 - $828 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$641 - $783 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,282 - $1,566 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$794 - $970 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,568 - $1,916.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,568 - $1,916 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$430 - $526 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,495 - $1,827. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,495 - $1,827 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$399 - $487 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$189 - $231 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,034 - $1,264, which is about 1.9% 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 $617 - $754, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,651 - $2,017 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,034 - $1,264 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$617 - $754 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $249 - $305. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $841 - $1,027.
| Other Events Cost |
$841 - $1,027 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $3,736 - $4,566 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 250 guests spend between $2,957 - $3,615 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,736 - $4,566 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$403 - $493 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,957 - $3,615 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,653 - $4,465. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,653 - $4,465 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,653 - $4,465 |
6.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,732 - $2,116.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,732 - $2,116 |
3.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,732 - $2,116 |
3.2% |