For a wedding with 175 guests in the Morganton NC, the estimated total cost is around $42,068 - $51,416. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Morganton NC is approximately $267. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,068 - $51,416.
The average wedding cost in Morganton NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,068 - $51,416 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Morganton NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $196 - $240. 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 $208 - $254.
In Morganton NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,178 - $1,440. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,670 - $2,041 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,178 - $1,440 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Morganton NC is $689 - $842. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Morganton NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$689 - $842 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$689 - $842 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Morganton NC is $194 - $238. 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 |
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,545 - $4,333, which is 8.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Morganton NC area is $871 - $1,065.
For a live band, couples in Morganton NC typically budget around $2,299 - $2,809 which is 5.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,545 - $4,333 |
8.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$871 - $1,065 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,299 - $2,809 |
5.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Morganton NC, you should budget approximately $20,217 - $24,709, which is about 48.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,217 - $24,709 |
48.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,777 - $4,617 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,349 - $8,982 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,412 - $7,836 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,679 - $3,275 |
6.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,935 - $3,587. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,935 - $3,587 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$376 - $460 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$493 - $603 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$491 - $601 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$869 - $1,062 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$537 - $657 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $430 - $526.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$430 - $526 |
1.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$313 - $383 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $710 - $868. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$710 - $868 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$292 - $356 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $716 - $875, 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 $426 - $520, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,289 - $5,243 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,148 - $3,848 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$716 - $875 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$426 - $520 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Morganton NC area is $230 - $282. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $667 - $815.
| Other Events Cost |
$667 - $815 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$667 - $815 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$371 - $453 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$371 - $453 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Morganton NC spend between $4,228 - $5,168 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Morganton NC with 175 guests spend between $1,970 - $2,408 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Morganton NC is $1,443 - $1,763. This makes up a portion of your (3.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,228 - $5,168 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$327 - $399 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$489 - $597 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,970 - $2,408 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,443 - $1,763 |
3.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Morganton NC is estimated to be $1,433 - $1,751. This service accounts for 3.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,433 - $1,751 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,433 - $1,751 |
3.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $460 - $562.
| Transportation Cost |
$460 - $562 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$460 - $562 |
1.1% |