For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $22,078 - $26,984. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Raleigh NC is approximately $196. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,078 - $26,984.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,078 - $26,984 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cary NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $265 - $323. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
In Cary NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,787 - $2,184. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,051 - $2,507 |
9.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,787 - $2,184 |
8.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cary NC is $167 - $205. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$167 - $205 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$57 - $69 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $865 - $1,057, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $865 - $1,057.
| Entertainment Cost |
$865 - $1,057 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$865 - $1,057 |
3.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,778 - $2,174. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,778 - $2,174 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$342 - $418 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$155 - $189 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$464 - $567 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$529 - $647 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$289 - $353 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $508 - $620.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$508 - $620 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$325 - $397 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$183 - $223 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $442 - $540. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$442 - $540 |
2.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$73 - $89 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in Cary NC spend between $2,263 - $2,765 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $1,873 - $2,289 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,263 - $2,765 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$390 - $476 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,873 - $2,289 |
8.5% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$14,004 - $17,116 |
63.4% |