For a wedding with 125 guests in the Raleigh NC, the estimated total cost is around $30,465 - $37,235. 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 $271. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,465 - $37,235.
The average wedding cost in Raleigh NC is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,465 - $37,235 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $256 - $312. 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 $275 - $337.
In Raleigh NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,508 - $1,844. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,039 - $2,493 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,508 - $1,844 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Raleigh NC is $428 - $524. 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 |
$428 - $524 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$428 - $524 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Raleigh NC is $199 - $243. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$199 - $243 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,147 - $5,069, which is 13.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Raleigh NC area is $1,110 - $1,356.
For a live band, couples in Raleigh NC typically budget around $3,038 - $3,713 which is 10.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,147 - $5,069 |
13.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
3.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,038 - $3,713 |
10.0% |
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 $15,679 - $19,163, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,679 - $19,163 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,276 - $2,782 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,387 - $5,361 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,396 - $9,040 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,620 - $1,980 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,420 - $1,736. This accounts for roughly 4.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,420 - $1,736 |
4.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$531 - $649 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$304 - $372 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$344 - $420 |
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 $685 - $837.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$685 - $837 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$369 - $451 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$206 - $252 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $634 - $774. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$634 - $774 |
2.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $856 - $1,046, which is about 2.8% 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 $519 - $635, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,375 - $1,681 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$856 - $1,046 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$519 - $635 |
1.7% |
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 $3,077 - $3,761 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Raleigh NC with 125 guests spend between $2,522 - $3,082 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,077 - $3,761 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$555 - $679 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,522 - $3,082 |
8.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $524 - $640.
| Transportation Cost |
$524 - $640 |
1.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$524 - $640 |
1.7% |