Planning a wedding in Santa Monica CA? This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of 150 to 200 people and an average wedding cost of $70,095 - $85,671. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
How many guests:
This estimate is based on having 175 guests with a range of 150 to 200 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $401 - $490 to the total amount spent.
The ceremony and reception will be at the same location
Wedding Location:
a resort or hotel
Type of wedding:
Elegant, Formal, Fun
Wedding color theme:
Pinks
Highest priorities:
Event Location/Venue
Flowers & Decorations
Planner/Coordinator
Wedding Cost Category Summary
Category
Estimated Cost
Percent of Estimate
Attire & Accessories
$3,756 - $4,590
5.4%
Bakery
$845 - $1,033
1.2%
Beauty & Spa
$347 - $425
0.5%
Entertainment
$8,807 - $10,765
12.6%
Event Venue
$27,277 - $33,339
38.9%
Flowers & Decorations
$4,534 - $5,542
6.5%
Gifts & Favors
$1,465 - $1,791
2.1%
Invitations
$1,864 - $2,278
2.7%
Jewelry
$2,335 - $2,853
3.3%
Officiant
$319 - $389
0.5%
Other Events
$1,275 - $1,559
1.8%
Other Items
$509 - $623
0.7%
Photography & Video
$9,363 - $11,443
13.4%
Planner/Coordinator
$5,562 - $6,798
7.9%
Transportation
$1,836 - $2,244
2.6%
Total Cost
$70,095 - $85,671
100%
What is the average cost of a wedding for 175 guests in Santa Monica CA?
For a wedding with 175 guests in the Santa Monica CA, the estimated total cost is around $70,095 - $85,671. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
How much does a wedding cost per person in Santa Monica CA?
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Santa Monica CA is approximately $445. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $70,095 - $85,671.
How does the cost of a wedding in Santa Monica CA compare to the national average?
The average wedding cost in Santa Monica CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $70,095 - $85,671 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Attire & Accessories
Dress Accessories
$445 - $543
0.6%
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
$206 - $252
0.3%
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
$480 - $586
0.7%
Wedding Dress
$2,625 - $3,209
3.7%
Attire & Accessories Total Cost
$3,756 - $4,590
5.4%
How much should I budget for wedding dress accessories in Los Angeles CA?
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $445 - $543. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
What is the average cost of tuxedo or suit rentals for a wedding?
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $480 - $586.
How much should I budget for a wedding dress in Los Angeles CA?
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,625 - $3,209. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
Bakery
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Bakery
Wedding Cake/dessert
$845 - $1,033
1.2%
Bakery Total Cost
$845 - $1,033
1.2%
What is the average price of a wedding cake in Santa Monica CA?
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Santa Monica CA is $845 - $1,033. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
How much does a wedding cake cost per slice in my area?
In the Santa Monica CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
Entertainment
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Entertainment
DJ/MC
$1,733 - $2,118
2.5%
Entertainment lighting
$769 - $939
1.1%
Live Band
$4,744 - $5,798
6.8%
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
$1,562 - $1,910
2.2%
Entertainment Total Cost
$8,807 - $10,765
12.6%
How much should your wedding entertainment budget be in Santa Monica CA?
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,807 - $10,765, which is 12.6% of your total.
What's the average price for a wedding DJ in Santa Monica CA?
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Monica CA area is $1,733 - $2,118.
How much does it cost to hire a live band for a wedding reception?
For a live band, couples in Santa Monica CA typically budget around $4,744 - $5,798 which is 6.8% of your total.
Event Venue
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Event Venue
Wedding Venue Bar Service
$4,554 - $5,566
6.5%
Wedding Venue Food Service
$8,779 - $10,729
12.5%
Wedding Venue Location
$10,704 - $13,082
15.3%
Wedding Venue Rentals
$3,241 - $3,961
4.6%
Event Venue Total Cost
$27,277 - $33,339
38.9%
How much does it cost to rent a wedding venue in Santa Monica CA?
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 Monica CA, you should budget approximately $27,277 - $33,339, which is about 38.9% of your total budget.
Flowers & Decorations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Flowers & Decorations
Bouquets
$752 - $919
1.1%
Boutonnieres, Corsages
$342 - $418
0.5%
Wedding Venue Decorations
$1,035 - $1,265
1.5%
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
$1,062 - $1,298
1.5%
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
$774 - $946
1.1%
Flowers & Decorations Total Cost
$4,534 - $5,542
6.5%
What is the average cost of wedding flowers for a ceremony and reception?
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,534 - $5,542. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
Invitations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Invitations
Ceremony Programs
$242 - $296
0.3%
Engagement Announcements
$214 - $262
0.3%
Guest Book
$113 - $138
0.2%
Invitations & Reply Cards
$359 - $439
0.5%
Postage
$153 - $187
0.2%
Reception Menus
$236 - $288
0.3%
Save the Date Cards
$214 - $262
0.3%
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
$163 - $199
0.2%
Thank You Cards
$170 - $208
0.2%
Invitations Total Cost
$1,864 - $2,278
2.7%
How much do wedding invitations and stationery cost for 175 guests?
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,864 - $2,278. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
Jewelry
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Jewelry
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
$1,453 - $1,775
2.1%
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
$882 - $1,078
1.3%
Jewelry Total Cost
$2,335 - $2,853
3.3%
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,453 - $1,775, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $882 - $1,078, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
Other Items
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Other Items
Other Items Total Cost
$509 - $623
0.7%
Photography & Video
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Photography & Video
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
$361 - $441
0.5%
Engagement Session
$463 - $565
0.7%
Photo Booth
$526 - $642
0.7%
Prints and/or Enlargements
$393 - $481
0.6%
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
$689 - $843
1.0%
Wedding Photographer
$3,938 - $4,814
5.6%
Wedding Videographer
$2,993 - $3,658
4.3%
Photography & Video Total Cost
$9,363 - $11,443
13.4%
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer and video services in Los Angeles CA?
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $9,363 - $11,443 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.4% of your overall budget.
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer in Santa Monica CA?
On average, couples in Santa Monica CA with 175 guests spend between $3,938 - $4,814 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
How much should I budget for a wedding videographer?
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Monica CA is $2,993 - $3,658. That's about 4.3% of your total budget.
Planner/Coordinator
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Planner/Coordinator
Wedding Planner
$5,562 - $6,798
7.9%
Planner/Coordinator Total Cost
$5,562 - $6,798
7.9%
How much does a Wedding Planner cost in Santa Monica CA?
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Santa Monica CA is estimated to be $5,562 - $6,798. This service accounts for 7.9% of your total budget.
The average cost of a wedding in Santa Monica CA is based on real spending reported by couples, not vendor price lists. It includes both new and used items, and services provided by professionals, independent providers, or even friends and family. Every wedding is unique, and what couples spend can vary widely depending on their preferences and circumstances.
