For a wedding with 400 guests in the Lancaster California , the estimated total cost is around $112,351 - $137,317. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lancaster California is approximately $312. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $112,351 - $137,317.
The average wedding cost in Lancaster California is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $112,351 - $137,317 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lancaster CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $221 - $270. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $233 - $285.
In Lancaster CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,320 - $1,614. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,872 - $2,288 |
1.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$221 - $270 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$233 - $285 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,320 - $1,614 |
1.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Lancaster California is $2,547 - $3,113. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Lancaster California area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,547 - $3,113 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,547 - $3,113 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lancaster California is $327 - $399. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$327 - $399 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$69 - $85 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,421 - $2,959, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lancaster California area is $1,684 - $2,058.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,421 - $2,959 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,684 - $2,058 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$737 - $901 |
0.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Lancaster California , you should budget approximately $68,290 - $83,466, which is about 60.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$68,290 - $83,466 |
60.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$14,491 - $17,711 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$28,197 - $34,463 |
25.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,374 - $18,790 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$10,229 - $12,502 |
9.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,113 - $11,139. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,113 - $11,139 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$702 - $858 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $381 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,701 - $2,079 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$977 - $1,195 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,191 - $3,900 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,231 - $2,727 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,675 - $4,491.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,675 - $4,491 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,345 - $2,866 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,079 - $1,319 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,891 - $4,755. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,891 - $4,755 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$608 - $744 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$286 - $350 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$608 - $744 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$542 - $662 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$410 - $501 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$432 - $528 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $808 - $988, which is about 0.7% 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 $482 - $589, which is about 0.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,847 - $5,925 |
4.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,558 - $4,348 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$808 - $988 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$482 - $589 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Lancaster California area is $311 - $381. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$311 - $381 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$311 - $381 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,264 - $1,544.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,264 - $1,544 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$500 - $612 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$500 - $612 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Lancaster California spend between $7,149 - $8,737 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lancaster California with 400 guests spend between $3,860 - $4,718 on wedding photography, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lancaster California is $2,899 - $3,543. This makes up a portion of your (2.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,149 - $8,737 |
6.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$390 - $476 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,860 - $4,718 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,899 - $3,543 |
2.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Lancaster California is estimated to be $5,518 - $6,744. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,518 - $6,744 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,518 - $6,744 |
4.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $626 - $765.
| Transportation Cost |
$626 - $765 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$626 - $765 |
0.6% |