For a wedding with 125 guests in the La Quinta CA, the estimated total cost is around $43,784 - $53,514. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in La Quinta CA is approximately $389. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,784 - $53,514.
The average wedding cost in La Quinta CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,784 - $53,514 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Cathedral City CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $315. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $273 - $333.
In Cathedral City CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,541 - $1,883. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,185 - $2,671 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$273 - $333 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,541 - $1,883 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in La Quinta CA is $545 - $666. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the La Quinta CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$545 - $666 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$545 - $666 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in La Quinta CA is $284 - $347. 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 |
$284 - $347 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,188 - $6,340, which is 11.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the La Quinta CA area is $1,274 - $1,558.
For a live band, couples in La Quinta CA typically budget around $3,364 - $4,112 which is 7.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,188 - $6,340 |
11.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,274 - $1,558 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$549 - $671 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,364 - $4,112 |
7.7% |
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 La Quinta CA, you should budget approximately $17,044 - $20,832, which is about 38.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,044 - $20,832 |
38.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,856 - $3,490 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,554 - $6,788 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,611 - $8,080 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,024 - $2,474 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,153 - $3,853. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,153 - $3,853 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$605 - $739 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$757 - $925 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$687 - $839 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$425 - $519 |
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 $982 - $1,200.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$982 - $1,200 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$464 - $567 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$261 - $319 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $905 - $1,107. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$905 - $1,107 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $920 - $1,124, which is about 2.1% 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 $547 - $669, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,513 - $6,738 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,046 - $4,945 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$920 - $1,124 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$547 - $669 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the La Quinta CA area is $297 - $363. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$297 - $363 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$297 - $363 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $976 - $1,192.
| Other Events Cost |
$976 - $1,192 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$976 - $1,192 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$478 - $584 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in La Quinta CA spend between $6,236 - $7,622 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in La Quinta CA with 125 guests spend between $2,883 - $3,523 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in La Quinta CA is $2,111 - $2,580. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,236 - $7,622 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $491 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$481 - $587 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$361 - $441 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,883 - $3,523 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,111 - $2,580 |
4.8% |