For a wedding with 38 guests in the Monterey CA, the estimated total cost is around $26,163 - $31,977. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monterey CA is approximately $765. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,163 - $31,977.
The average wedding cost in Monterey CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,163 - $31,977 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Monterey CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $381 - $465. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $410 - $501.
In Monterey CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,268 - $2,772. This represents about 8.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,230 - $3,948 |
12.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$381 - $465 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$172 - $210 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$410 - $501 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,268 - $2,772 |
8.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Monterey CA is $140 - $171. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Monterey CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$140 - $171 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$140 - $171 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,408 - $1,720, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monterey CA area is $1,408 - $1,720.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,408 - $1,720 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,408 - $1,720 |
5.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Monterey CA, you should budget approximately $6,285 - $7,681, which is about 24.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,285 - $7,681 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$737 - $901 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,431 - $1,749 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,597 - $4,397 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$519 - $635 |
2.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,874 - $2,290. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,874 - $2,290 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$648 - $792 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$845 - $1,033 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$176 - $215 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $139 - $169. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$139 - $169 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,249 - $1,527, which is about 4.8% 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 $753 - $921, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,003 - $2,448 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$753 - $921 |
2.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$494 - $604 |
1.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monterey CA spend between $7,519 - $9,189 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 28.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monterey CA with 38 guests spend between $3,963 - $4,843 on wedding photography, which is about 15.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Monterey CA is $3,039 - $3,715. That's about 11.6% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,519 - $9,189 |
28.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$517 - $631 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,963 - $4,843 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,039 - $3,715 |
11.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Monterey CA is estimated to be $2,151 - $2,629. This service accounts for 8.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,151 - $2,629 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,151 - $2,629 |
8.2% |
