For a wedding with 250 guests in the Lake Tahoe , the estimated total cost is around $45,211 - $55,257. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Lake Tahoe is approximately $201. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,211 - $55,257.
The average wedding cost in Lake Tahoe is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,211 - $55,257 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Oakland CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $242 - $296. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $232 - $284.
In Oakland CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,337 - $1,634. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,337 - $1,634 |
3.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Oakland CA is $90 - $110. 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 |
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,373 - $1,679, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Lake Tahoe area is $1,373 - $1,679.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,373 - $1,679 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,373 - $1,679 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,375 - $4,125. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,375 - $4,125 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$483 - $591 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$655 - $801 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$712 - $870 |
1.6% |
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 $1,335 - $1,631.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,335 - $1,631 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$827 - $1,011 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$403 - $493 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,135 - $1,387. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,135 - $1,387 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$369 - $451 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $775 - $947, which is about 1.7% 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 HIM) is estimated at $458 - $560, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,636 - $5,666 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,403 - $4,159 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$775 - $947 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Oakland CA spend between $7,117 - $8,699 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Lake Tahoe with 250 guests spend between $2,942 - $3,596 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Lake Tahoe is $1,987 - $2,429. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,117 - $8,699 |
15.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$414 - $506 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$446 - $546 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$486 - $594 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,942 - $3,596 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,987 - $2,429 |
4.4% |
Planner/Consultant
The cost for a Month of Direction in Lake Tahoe is estimated to be $1,452 - $1,774. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$1,452 - $1,774 |
3.2% |
|
Month of Direction
|
$1,452 - $1,774 |
3.2% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$22,773 - $27,833 |
50.4% |