For a wedding with 75 guests in the Carmel CA, the estimated total cost is around $47,235 - $57,731. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carmel CA is approximately $700. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,235 - $57,731.
The average wedding cost in Carmel CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,235 - $57,731 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Pebble Beach CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $756 - $924. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $815 - $996.
In Pebble Beach CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,505 - $5,506. This represents about 9.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,416 - $7,842 |
13.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$756 - $924 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$341 - $417 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$815 - $996 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,505 - $5,506 |
9.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Carmel CA is $335 - $409. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carmel CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carmel CA is $333 - $407. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,387 - $6,584, which is 11.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Carmel CA typically budget around $4,654 - $5,688 which is 9.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,387 - $6,584 |
11.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$733 - $895 |
1.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,654 - $5,688 |
9.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Carmel CA, you should budget approximately $14,257 - $17,425, which is about 30.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,257 - $17,425 |
30.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,751 - $2,141 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,399 - $4,155 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,871 - $9,621 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,235 - $1,509 |
2.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,096 - $3,784. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,096 - $3,784 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$743 - $909 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$422 - $516 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$270 - $330 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $442 - $540.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$442 - $540 |
0.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $725 - $886. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$725 - $886 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carmel CA area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,202 - $1,469.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,202 - $1,469 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,202 - $1,469 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$494 - $604 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Carmel CA spend between $8,321 - $10,170 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carmel CA with 75 guests spend between $3,822 - $4,672 on wedding photography, which is about 8.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Carmel CA is $2,930 - $3,582. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,321 - $10,170 |
17.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$353 - $431 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$532 - $650 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$683 - $835 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,822 - $4,672 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,930 - $3,582 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Carmel CA is estimated to be $5,289 - $6,465. This service accounts for 11.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,289 - $6,465 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,289 - $6,465 |
11.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $631 - $771.
| Transportation Cost |
$631 - $771 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$631 - $771 |
1.3% |