For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charleston SC, the estimated total cost is around $45,988 - $56,208. 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 $292. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,988 - $56,208.
The average wedding cost in Charleston SC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,988 - $56,208 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Sumter SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $236 - $288. 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 $254 - $310.
In Sumter SC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,388 - $1,696. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,986 - $2,428 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,388 - $1,696 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charleston SC is $666 - $814. 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 |
$666 - $814 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$666 - $814 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Charleston SC is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,610 - $1,968, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charleston SC area is $1,115 - $1,363.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,610 - $1,968 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,115 - $1,363 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$495 - $605 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Charleston SC, you should budget approximately $19,726 - $24,110, which is about 42.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,726 - $24,110 |
42.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,451 - $4,217 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,654 - $8,132 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,165 - $8,757 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,457 - $3,003 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,320 - $4,058. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,320 - $4,058 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$545 - $667 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$456 - $558 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$701 - $857 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$835 - $1,021 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$534 - $652 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,118 - $1,366.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,118 - $1,366 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$560 - $684 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$308 - $376 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,157 - $1,414. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,157 - $1,414 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $758 - $926, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $460 - $562, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,808 - $5,876 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,590 - $4,388 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$758 - $926 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$460 - $562 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Charleston SC area is $254 - $310. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $821 - $1,003.
| Other Events Cost |
$821 - $1,003 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$821 - $1,003 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Charleston SC spend between $5,771 - $7,053 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charleston SC with 175 guests spend between $2,535 - $3,099 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charleston SC is $1,926 - $2,354. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,771 - $7,053 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$342 - $418 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $512 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$549 - $671 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,535 - $3,099 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,926 - $2,354 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Charleston SC is estimated to be $3,580 - $4,376. This service accounts for 7.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,580 - $4,376 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,580 - $4,376 |
7.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $518 - $633.
| Transportation Cost |
$518 - $633 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $633 |
1.1% |