For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Barbara CA, the estimated total cost is around $36,943 - $45,153. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Santa Barbara CA is approximately $328. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,943 - $45,153.
The average wedding cost in Santa Barbara CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,943 - $45,153 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Santa Barbara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $327 - $399. 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 $352 - $430.
In Santa Barbara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,949 - $2,382. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,776 - $3,392 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$327 - $399 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$352 - $430 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,949 - $2,382 |
5.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Barbara CA is $539 - $659. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Barbara CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$539 - $659 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$539 - $659 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Barbara CA is $308 - $376. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$308 - $376 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,353 - $2,875, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Barbara CA area is $1,631 - $1,993.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,353 - $2,875 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,631 - $1,993 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$722 - $882 |
2.0% |
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 Santa Barbara CA, you should budget approximately $19,564 - $23,912, which is about 53.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,564 - $23,912 |
53.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,900 - $3,544 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,630 - $6,882 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,990 - $10,988 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,044 - $2,498 |
5.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,443 - $4,208. This accounts for roughly 9.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,443 - $4,208 |
9.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$674 - $824 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$302 - $369 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$681 - $833 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$436 - $532 |
1.2% |
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 $467 - $571.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$467 - $571 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$467 - $571 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $560 - $684. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$560 - $684 |
1.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Barbara CA area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,184 - $1,447.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,184 - $1,447 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,184 - $1,447 |
3.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$502 - $614 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA spend between $4,198 - $5,130 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA with 125 guests spend between $3,767 - $4,605 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,198 - $5,130 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$430 - $526 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,767 - $4,605 |
10.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $738 - $902.
| Transportation Cost |
$738 - $902 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$738 - $902 |
2.0% |