For a wedding with 400 guests in the Salinas CA, the estimated total cost is around $87,859 - $107,383. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Salinas CA is approximately $244. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,859 - $107,383.
The average wedding cost in Salinas CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,859 - $107,383 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Salinas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $303. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $337.
In Salinas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,513 - $1,849. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,137 - $2,611 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$101 - $123 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,513 - $1,849 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Salinas CA is $2,120 - $2,592. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Salinas CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,120 - $2,592 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,120 - $2,592 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Salinas CA is $258 - $316. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,522 - $6,749, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Salinas CA area is $1,270 - $1,552.
For a live band, couples in Salinas CA typically budget around $4,252 - $5,196 which is 4.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,522 - $6,749 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,270 - $1,552 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,252 - $5,196 |
4.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Salinas CA, you should budget approximately $56,866 - $69,502, which is about 64.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$56,866 - $69,502 |
64.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,732 - $14,339 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,776 - $27,838 |
25.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,377 - $17,571 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,981 - $9,755 |
9.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,050 - $8,616. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,050 - $8,616 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$466 - $570 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $249 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,720 - $2,102 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$617 - $754 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,681 - $2,055 |
1.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,112 - $3,804. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,112 - $3,804 |
3.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$715 - $873 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$310 - $378 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,001 - $1,223 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$573 - $701 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$514 - $628 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Salinas CA area is $286 - $350. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$286 - $350 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in Salinas CA spend between $5,063 - $6,188 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Salinas CA with 400 guests spend between $2,478 - $3,028 on wedding photography, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Salinas CA is $2,119 - $2,589. This makes up a portion of your (2.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,063 - $6,188 |
5.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$466 - $570 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,478 - $3,028 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,119 - $2,589 |
2.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,446 - $6,656.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,446 - $6,656 |
6.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$5,446 - $6,656 |
6.2% |