For a wedding with 125 guests in the La Jolla CA, the estimated total cost is around $60,432 - $73,862. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in La Jolla CA is approximately $537. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,432 - $73,862.
The average wedding cost in La Jolla CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,432 - $73,862 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Encinitas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $573 - $701. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $617 - $755.
In Encinitas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,415 - $4,173. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,864 - $5,944 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$573 - $701 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$617 - $755 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,415 - $4,173 |
5.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in La Jolla CA is $525 - $641. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the La Jolla CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$525 - $641 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$525 - $641 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in La Jolla CA is $338 - $413. 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 |
$338 - $413 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,038 - $4,936, which is 6.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the La Jolla CA area is $1,722 - $2,104.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,038 - $4,936 |
6.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,722 - $2,104 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$762 - $932 |
1.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,554 - $1,900 |
2.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in La Jolla CA, you should budget approximately $19,303 - $23,593, which is about 31.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,303 - $23,593 |
31.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,876 - $3,515 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,584 - $6,824 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,816 - $10,776 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,028 - $2,478 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,682 - $4,500. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,682 - $4,500 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$724 - $884 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$324 - $396 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$769 - $939 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $601 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,059 - $1,295.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,059 - $1,295 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$464 - $567 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $982 - $1,200. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$982 - $1,200 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,885 - $2,303, which is about 3.1% 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 $1,136 - $1,388, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,198 - $14,908 |
20.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$411 - $503 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,236 - $10,066 |
13.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$530 - $648 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,885 - $2,303 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,136 - $1,388 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the La Jolla CA area is $320 - $392. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,249 - $1,527.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,249 - $1,527 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in La Jolla CA spend between $9,242 - $11,296 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in La Jolla CA with 125 guests spend between $4,928 - $6,024 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in La Jolla CA is $3,778 - $4,618. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,242 - $11,296 |
15.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$536 - $655 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,928 - $6,024 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,778 - $4,618 |
6.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in La Jolla CA is estimated to be $2,633 - $3,218. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,633 - $3,218 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,633 - $3,218 |
4.4% |