For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Maria CA, the estimated total cost is around $46,486 - $56,816. 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 Maria CA is approximately $413. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,486 - $56,816.
The average wedding cost in Santa Maria CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,486 - $56,816 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Santa Maria CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,254 - $2,754. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,254 - $2,754 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,254 - $2,754 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Maria CA is $687 - $839. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Maria CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$687 - $839 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$687 - $839 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Maria CA is $328 - $400. 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 |
$328 - $400 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,027 - $2,477, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Maria CA area is $1,401 - $1,713.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,027 - $2,477 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,401 - $1,713 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$626 - $765 |
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 Santa Maria CA, you should budget approximately $20,462 - $25,009, which is about 44.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,462 - $25,009 |
44.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,820 - $4,668 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,306 - $8,930 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,694 - $8,182 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,642 - $3,229 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,832 - $4,684. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,832 - $4,684 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$638 - $780 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$914 - $1,117 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$955 - $1,167 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$619 - $757 |
1.3% |
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 $1,008 - $1,232.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$627 - $767 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $911 - $1,113. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,242 - $1,518, which is about 2.7% 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 $784 - $958, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,026 - $2,476 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$784 - $958 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Maria CA area is $311 - $380. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$311 - $380 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$311 - $380 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,038 - $1,268.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,038 - $1,268 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,038 - $1,268 |
2.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Santa Maria CA spend between $7,852 - $9,596 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Maria CA with 125 guests spend between $3,885 - $4,749 on wedding photography, which is about 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Maria CA is $2,967 - $3,627. This makes up a portion of your (6.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,852 - $9,596 |
16.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$471 - $575 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$528 - $646 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,885 - $4,749 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,967 - $3,627 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Santa Maria CA is estimated to be $2,061 - $2,519. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,061 - $2,519 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,061 - $2,519 |
4.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,692 - $2,068.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,692 - $2,068 |
3.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$644 - $788 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
2.3% |