For a wedding with 75 guests in the Durham NC, the estimated total cost is around $26,288 - $32,130. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Durham NC is approximately $389. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,288 - $32,130.
The average wedding cost in Durham NC is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,288 - $32,130 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $207 - $253. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $230 - $282.
In Durham NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,268 - $1,550. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,790 - $2,188 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$207 - $253 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$230 - $282 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,268 - $1,550 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Durham NC is $238 - $290. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Durham NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$238 - $290 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$238 - $290 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Durham NC is $226 - $276. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,110 - $2,578, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Durham NC area is $871 - $1,065.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,110 - $2,578 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$871 - $1,065 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$423 - $517 |
1.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$815 - $997 |
3.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Durham NC, you should budget approximately $7,635 - $9,331, which is about 29.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,635 - $9,331 |
29.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,047 - $1,279 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,032 - $2,484 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,768 - $4,606 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$788 - $963 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,803 - $2,203. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,803 - $2,203 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$438 - $536 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$191 - $233 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$541 - $661 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$265 - $323 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$188 - $230 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $356 - $435.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$356 - $435 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$159 - $195 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $519 - $635. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$519 - $635 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$43 - $53 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $685 - $837, which is about 2.6% 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 $412 - $504, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,289 - $5,243 |
16.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$174 - $212 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,019 - $3,689 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$685 - $837 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$412 - $504 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Durham NC area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $698 - $854.
| Other Events Cost |
$698 - $854 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$698 - $854 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$422 - $516 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Durham NC spend between $4,330 - $5,292 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Durham NC with 75 guests spend between $2,045 - $2,499 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Durham NC is $1,749 - $2,137. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,330 - $5,292 |
16.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$250 - $306 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$286 - $350 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,045 - $2,499 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,749 - $2,137 |
6.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Durham NC is estimated to be $1,633 - $1,995. This service accounts for 6.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,633 - $1,995 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,633 - $1,995 |
6.2% |