For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $32,342 - $39,529. 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 $287. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,342 - $39,529.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,342 - $39,529 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 $159 - $195. 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 $937 - $1,145. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,096 - $1,340 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$159 - $195 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$937 - $1,145 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $435 - $531. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Raleigh NC area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$435 - $531 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$435 - $531 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $183 - $223. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$183 - $223 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,134 - $1,386, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,134 - $1,386.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,134 - $1,386 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,134 - $1,386 |
3.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Raleigh NC, you should budget approximately $16,523 - $20,195, which is about 51.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,523 - $20,195 |
51.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,316 - $2,830 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,462 - $5,454 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,097 - $9,897 |
25.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,958 - $2,394. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,958 - $2,394 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$500 - $611 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$227 - $277 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$338 - $414 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$545 - $667 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$348 - $426 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $603 - $737.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$603 - $737 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$375 - $459 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $876 - $1,070. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$876 - $1,070 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Raleigh NC area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Raleigh NC spend between $4,849 - $5,927 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $2,579 - $3,152 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Raleigh NC is $1,959 - $2,395. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,849 - $5,927 |
15.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,579 - $3,152 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,959 - $2,395 |
6.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Raleigh NC is estimated to be $3,641 - $4,450. This service accounts for 11.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,641 - $4,450 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,641 - $4,450 |
11.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $661 - $807.
| Transportation Cost |
$661 - $807 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$661 - $807 |
2.0% |