For a wedding with 125 guests in the Merced CA, the estimated total cost is around $27,430 - $33,526. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Merced CA is approximately $244. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,430 - $33,526.
The average wedding cost in Merced CA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,430 - $33,526 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Atwater CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
In Atwater CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,647 - $2,013. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,923 - $2,351 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
6.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Atwater CA is $65 - $79. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,214 - $1,484, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Merced CA area is $1,214 - $1,484.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,214 - $1,484 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,214 - $1,484 |
4.4% |
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 Merced CA, you should budget approximately $8,690 - $10,622, which is about 31.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,690 - $10,622 |
31.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,548 - $8,003 |
23.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,143 - $2,619 |
7.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,933 - $3,585. This accounts for roughly 10.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,933 - $3,585 |
10.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$521 - $637 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$691 - $845 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$684 - $836 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$437 - $535 |
1.6% |
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 $1,026 - $1,254.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,026 - $1,254 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$490 - $598 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$243 - $297 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $631 - $771. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$631 - $771 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $969 - $1,185, which is about 3.5% 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 $583 - $713, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,786 - $7,072 |
21.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,234 - $5,174 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$969 - $1,185 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$583 - $713 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Merced CA area is $288 - $352. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$288 - $352 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$288 - $352 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $880 - $1,076.
| Other Events Cost |
$880 - $1,076 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$880 - $1,076 |
3.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$461 - $563 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Merced CA spend between $3,533 - $4,318 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Merced CA with 125 guests spend between $3,117 - $3,809 on wedding photography, which is about 11.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,533 - $4,318 |
12.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$416 - $508 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,117 - $3,809 |
11.4% |