Events & Creative, South Carolina
Catering cost in Columbia, SC
A typical Catering figure in Columbia is about $36 per person, about 10% below the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in Columbia
$36
per person
- On the low end
- $16
- On the high end
- $77
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Columbia. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | $36 | $16 to $77 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Greenville, SC | $38 | $17 to $80 |
| Charleston, SC | $43 | $19 to $90 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $36 | $16 to $77 |
| Des Moines, IA | $36 | $16 to $77 |
| Greensboro, NC | $36 | $16 to $77 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in Columbia: what does it cost?
In Columbia, SC, Catering typically costs about $36 per person, with most prices between $16 and $77.
Why is Columbia lower than the national price?
Prices in Columbia run about 10% below the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.