For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chico CA, the estimated total cost is around $69,455 - $84,889. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chico CA is approximately $309. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $69,455 - $84,889.
The average wedding cost in Chico CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $69,455 - $84,889 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chico CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $279 - $341. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $302 - $369.
In Chico CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,666 - $2,036. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,373 - $2,901 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$302 - $369 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,666 - $2,036 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chico CA is $1,240 - $1,516. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chico CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,240 - $1,516 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,240 - $1,516 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chico CA is $277 - $339. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$277 - $339 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,485 - $7,927, which is 9.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chico CA area is $1,257 - $1,537.
For a live band, couples in Chico CA typically budget around $3,537 - $4,323 which is 5.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,485 - $7,927 |
9.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,257 - $1,537 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$556 - $680 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,537 - $4,323 |
5.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,135 - $1,387 |
1.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chico CA, you should budget approximately $34,718 - $42,433, which is about 50.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,718 - $42,433 |
50.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,765 - $8,269 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,136 - $16,055 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,047 - $12,279 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,770 - $5,830 |
6.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,015 - $6,129. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,015 - $6,129 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$579 - $707 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$759 - $927 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,566 - $1,914 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,001 - $1,223 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,945 - $2,377.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,945 - $2,377 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $205 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$563 - $689 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,078 - $2,540. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,078 - $2,540 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$344 - $420 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$158 - $194 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$524 - $640 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$272 - $332 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$307 - $375 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$231 - $283 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $937 - $1,145, which is about 1.3% 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 $565 - $691, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,597 - $6,841 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,095 - $5,005 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$937 - $1,145 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$565 - $691 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chico CA area is $291 - $355. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$291 - $355 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$291 - $355 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $913 - $1,115.
| Other Events Cost |
$913 - $1,115 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$913 - $1,115 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$464 - $568 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chico CA spend between $5,543 - $6,775 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chico CA with 250 guests spend between $2,904 - $3,550 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chico CA is $2,228 - $2,723. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,543 - $6,775 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$411 - $503 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,904 - $3,550 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,228 - $2,723 |
3.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chico CA is estimated to be $1,922 - $2,350. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,922 - $2,350 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,922 - $2,350 |
2.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $593 - $725.
| Transportation Cost |
$593 - $725 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$593 - $725 |
0.9% |