For a wedding with 175 guests in the Santa Barbara CA, the estimated total cost is around $62,184 - $76,002. 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 Barbara CA is approximately $395. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,184 - $76,002.
The average wedding cost in Santa Barbara CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,184 - $76,002 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $310 - $378. 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 $329 - $402.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,856 - $2,268. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,632 - $3,216 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$329 - $402 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,856 - $2,268 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Santa Barbara CA is $852 - $1,042. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Barbara CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$852 - $1,042 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$852 - $1,042 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Barbara CA is $286 - $350. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,286 - $7,682, which is 10.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Barbara CA area is $1,544 - $1,887.
For a live band, couples in Santa Barbara CA typically budget around $4,076 - $4,982 which is 6.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,286 - $7,682 |
10.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,544 - $1,887 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$666 - $814 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,076 - $4,982 |
6.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Santa Barbara CA, you should budget approximately $27,718 - $33,878, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,718 - $33,878 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,568 - $5,583 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,884 - $10,858 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,029 - $13,479 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,238 - $3,958 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,527 - $5,533. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,527 - $5,533 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$755 - $923 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$337 - $411 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$901 - $1,101 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,209 - $1,477 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$748 - $914 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,379 - $1,685.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,379 - $1,685 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$742 - $906 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$367 - $449 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,472 - $1,799. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,472 - $1,799 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$202 - $246 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$148 - $180 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,085 - $1,326, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $646 - $790, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,731 - $2,115 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,085 - $1,326 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$646 - $790 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Barbara CA area is $303 - $371. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,182 - $1,444.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,182 - $1,444 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,182 - $1,444 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$489 - $597 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA spend between $6,961 - $8,507 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA with 175 guests spend between $3,493 - $4,269 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Barbara CA is $2,557 - $3,125. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,961 - $8,507 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$419 - $513 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$491 - $601 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,493 - $4,269 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,557 - $3,125 |
4.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Santa Barbara CA is estimated to be $5,134 - $6,274. This service accounts for 8.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,134 - $6,274 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,134 - $6,274 |
8.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,234 - $1,508.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,234 - $1,508 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,234 - $1,508 |
2.0% |