For a wedding with 75 guests in the Merced CA, the estimated total cost is around $22,895 - $27,983. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Merced CA is approximately $339. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,895 - $27,983.
The average wedding cost in Merced CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,895 - $27,983 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Merced CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $193 - $235. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $215 - $263.
In Merced CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,180 - $1,442. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,667 - $2,037 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$193 - $235 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$215 - $263 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Merced CA is $255 - $311. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Merced CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$255 - $311 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$255 - $311 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Merced CA is $211 - $257. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$211 - $257 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,349 - $4,093, which is 14.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Merced CA area is $693 - $847.
For a live band, couples in Merced CA typically budget around $2,319 - $2,835 which is 10.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,349 - $4,093 |
14.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$693 - $847 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$337 - $411 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,319 - $2,835 |
10.1% |
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 Merced CA, you should budget approximately $7,753 - $9,475, which is about 33.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,753 - $9,475 |
33.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,176 - $1,438 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,284 - $2,792 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,407 - $4,164 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$886 - $1,082 |
3.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,580 - $1,931. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,580 - $1,931 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$353 - $431 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$154 - $188 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$408 - $498 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$284 - $347 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$202 - $246 |
0.9% |
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 $616 - $752.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$616 - $752 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$212 - $260 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$110 - $134 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $450 - $550. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$450 - $550 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $638 - $780, which is about 2.8% 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 $383 - $469, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,830 - $4,682 |
16.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,809 - $3,433 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$638 - $780 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$383 - $469 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Merced CA area is $265 - $323. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$265 - $323 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$265 - $323 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $554 - $678.
| Other Events Cost |
$554 - $678 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$554 - $678 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$465 - $569 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Merced CA spend between $1,902 - $2,324 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Merced CA with 75 guests spend between $1,626 - $1,988 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,902 - $2,324 |
8.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$275 - $337 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,626 - $1,988 |
7.1% |