For a wedding with 175 guests in the Charlotte NC, the estimated total cost is around $30,838 - $37,690. 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 $196. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,838 - $37,690.
The average wedding cost in Charlotte NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,838 - $37,690 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $165 - $201. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $969 - $1,185. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,134 - $1,386 |
3.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$969 - $1,185 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Charlotte NC is $660 - $806. 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 |
$660 - $806 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$660 - $806 |
2.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,137 - $1,389, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Charlotte NC area is $1,137 - $1,389.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,137 - $1,389 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
3.7% |
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 $19,085 - $23,326, which is about 61.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,085 - $23,326 |
61.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,642 - $4,452 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,021 - $8,581 |
22.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,421 - $10,293 |
27.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $590 - $722.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$590 - $722 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$590 - $722 |
1.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,040 - $1,272. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
3.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$302 - $370 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$177 - $217 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$250 - $306 |
0.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$400 - $488 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Charlotte NC spend between $5,499 - $6,721 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Charlotte NC with 175 guests spend between $2,585 - $3,159 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Charlotte NC is $2,319 - $2,835. This makes up a portion of your (7.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,499 - $6,721 |
17.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $347 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,585 - $3,159 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,319 - $2,835 |
7.5% |
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 |
3.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
3.4% |