For a wedding with 125 guests in the Palm Desert CA, the estimated total cost is around $49,856 - $60,935. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Palm Desert CA is approximately $443. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,856 - $60,935.
The average wedding cost in Palm Desert CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,856 - $60,935 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $343 - $419. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $370 - $452.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,045 - $2,499. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,913 - $3,561 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$370 - $452 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,045 - $2,499 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Palm Desert CA is $536 - $656. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Palm Desert CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$536 - $656 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$536 - $656 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Palm Desert CA is $297 - $363. 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 |
$297 - $363 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,062 - $2,520, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Palm Desert CA area is $1,429 - $1,747.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,062 - $2,520 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,429 - $1,747 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$633 - $773 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Palm Desert CA, you should budget approximately $18,313 - $22,383, which is about 36.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,313 - $22,383 |
36.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,939 - $3,593 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,707 - $6,975 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,595 - $9,283 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,072 - $2,532 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,198 - $3,908. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,198 - $3,908 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$615 - $751 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $336 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$356 - $435 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$679 - $829 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$433 - $529 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,019 - $1,245.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,019 - $1,245 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$473 - $579 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $993 - $1,213. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$993 - $1,213 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,161 - $1,419, which is about 2.3% 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 $699 - $855, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,932 - $8,472 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,072 - $6,199 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,161 - $1,419 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$699 - $855 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Palm Desert CA area is $303 - $371. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$484 - $592 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$484 - $592 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Palm Desert CA spend between $7,447 - $9,101 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Palm Desert CA with 125 guests spend between $3,300 - $4,034 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Palm Desert CA is $2,532 - $3,094. This makes up a portion of your (5.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,447 - $9,101 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$438 - $536 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$507 - $619 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$670 - $818 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,300 - $4,034 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,532 - $3,094 |
5.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Palm Desert CA is estimated to be $4,569 - $5,585. This service accounts for 9.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,569 - $5,585 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,569 - $5,585 |
9.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $789 - $965.
| Transportation Cost |
$789 - $965 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$789 - $965 |
1.6% |