For a wedding with 125 guests in the Monterey CA, the estimated total cost is around $42,554 - $52,010. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monterey CA is approximately $378. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,554 - $52,010.
The average wedding cost in Monterey CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,554 - $52,010 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Redwood City CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $575 - $703. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $609 - $745.
In Redwood City CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,447 - $4,213. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,889 - $5,975 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$575 - $703 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$609 - $745 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,447 - $4,213 |
8.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Monterey CA is $545 - $667. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Monterey CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$545 - $667 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$545 - $667 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Monterey CA is $264 - $322. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $570 - $696, which is 1.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$570 - $696 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$570 - $696 |
1.3% |
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 Monterey CA, you should budget approximately $18,339 - $22,415, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,339 - $22,415 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,905 - $3,551 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,650 - $6,906 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,725 - $9,441 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,059 - $2,517 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,068 - $3,750. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,068 - $3,750 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$558 - $682 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$774 - $946 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$689 - $842 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$427 - $521 |
1.0% |
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 $1,039 - $1,269.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,039 - $1,269 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$472 - $576 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $665 - $813. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$665 - $813 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,886 - $2,306, which is about 4.4% 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 $1,123 - $1,373, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,010 - $3,678 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,886 - $2,306 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,123 - $1,373 |
2.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Monterey CA area is $299 - $365. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,012 - $1,236.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,012 - $1,236 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$481 - $587 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monterey CA spend between $6,199 - $7,577 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monterey CA with 125 guests spend between $3,578 - $4,374 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Monterey CA is $2,621 - $3,203. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,199 - $7,577 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,578 - $4,374 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,621 - $3,203 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Monterey CA is estimated to be $2,175 - $2,659. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,175 - $2,659 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,175 - $2,659 |
5.1% |