For a wedding with 75 guests in the Santa Barbara, the estimated total cost is around $41,671 - $50,931. 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 is approximately $617. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,671 - $50,931.
The average wedding cost in Santa Barbara is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,671 - $50,931 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arroyo Grande CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $518 - $633. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $534 - $652.
In Arroyo Grande CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,939 - $3,592. This represents about 7.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,231 - $5,171 |
10.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$518 - $633 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$534 - $652 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,939 - $3,592 |
7.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Santa Barbara is $478 - $584. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Barbara area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$478 - $584 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$478 - $584 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Barbara is $345 - $421. 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 |
$345 - $421 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,608 - $3,188, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Barbara area is $1,803 - $2,203.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,608 - $3,188 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,803 - $2,203 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$806 - $985 |
1.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Santa Barbara, you should budget approximately $17,750 - $21,694, which is about 42.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,750 - $21,694 |
42.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,570 - $3,141 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,916 - $6,008 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,487 - $10,373 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,778 - $2,173 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,807 - $5,875. This accounts for roughly 11.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,807 - $5,875 |
11.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$735 - $899 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $413 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,887 - $2,307 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$806 - $986 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $808 - $988.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$808 - $988 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$224 - $274 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $621 - $759. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$621 - $759 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Barbara area is $317 - $387. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$317 - $387 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,336 - $1,632.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,336 - $1,632 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,336 - $1,632 |
3.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Santa Barbara spend between $8,371 - $10,231 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Barbara with 75 guests spend between $4,171 - $5,097 on wedding photography, which is about 10.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Barbara is $3,184 - $3,892. This makes up a portion of your (7.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,371 - $10,231 |
20.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$478 - $584 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$538 - $658 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,171 - $5,097 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,184 - $3,892 |
7.6% |