For a wedding with 400 guests in the Santa Maria CA, the estimated total cost is around $68,712 - $83,982. 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 Maria CA is approximately $191. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $68,712 - $83,982.
The average wedding cost in Santa Maria CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $68,712 - $83,982 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Maria CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $235 - $287. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $261 - $319.
In Santa Maria CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,437 - $1,757. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,030 - $2,481 |
3.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$261 - $319 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,437 - $1,757 |
2.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Santa Maria CA is $2,143 - $2,619. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Maria CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,143 - $2,619 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,143 - $2,619 |
3.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,784 - $7,070, which is 8.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Maria CA area is $1,197 - $1,463.
For a live band, couples in Santa Maria CA typically budget around $4,007 - $4,897 which is 5.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,784 - $7,070 |
8.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,197 - $1,463 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$581 - $710 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,007 - $4,897 |
5.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Santa Maria CA, you should budget approximately $41,030 - $50,148, which is about 59.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$41,030 - $50,148 |
59.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,748 - $25,358 |
30.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,240 - $14,960 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,042 - $9,830 |
11.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,938 - $8,480. This accounts for roughly 10.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,938 - $8,480 |
10.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$521 - $637 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,511 - $1,847 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$723 - $883 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,444 - $2,988 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,739 - $2,125 |
2.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $446 - $546. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$446 - $546 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$446 - $546 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $812 - $992, which is about 1.2% 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 $489 - $597, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,880 - $5,964 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,579 - $4,375 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$812 - $992 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$489 - $597 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Santa Maria CA spend between $5,461 - $6,675 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Maria CA with 400 guests spend between $2,944 - $3,598 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Maria CA is $2,517 - $3,077. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,461 - $6,675 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,944 - $3,598 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,517 - $3,077 |
3.7% |