For a wedding with 125 guests in the California MD, the estimated total cost is around $21,708 - $26,532. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in California MD is approximately $193. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,708 - $26,532.
The average wedding cost in California MD is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,708 - $26,532 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Frederick MD, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $312 - $382. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$312 - $382 |
1.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$312 - $382 |
1.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in California MD is $411 - $503. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the California MD area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$411 - $503 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in California MD is $320 - $392. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $392 |
1.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,400 - $1,712, which is 6.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the California MD area is $1,400 - $1,712.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,400 - $1,712 |
6.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,400 - $1,712 |
6.5% |
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 California MD, you should budget approximately $6,269 - $7,663, which is about 28.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,269 - $7,663 |
28.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,131 - $2,605 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,138 - $5,058 |
19.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,797 - $2,197. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,797 - $2,197 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$964 - $1,178 |
4.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$431 - $527 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$402 - $492 |
1.9% |
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 $463 - $565.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$463 - $565 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$343 - $419 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $484 - $592. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$484 - $592 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,004 - $1,228, which is about 4.6% 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 $606 - $740, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,000 - $7,334 |
27.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,390 - $5,366 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$606 - $740 |
2.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,016 - $1,242.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,016 - $1,242 |
4.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
4.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in California MD spend between $3,234 - $3,952 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in California MD with 125 guests spend between $3,234 - $3,952 on wedding photography, which is about 14.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,234 - $3,952 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,234 - $3,952 |
14.9% |