For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Barbara CA, the estimated total cost is around $59,695 - $72,961. 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 Barbara CA is approximately $531. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,695 - $72,961.
The average wedding cost in Santa Barbara CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,695 - $72,961 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Barbara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $359 - $439. 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 $388 - $474.
In Santa Barbara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,120 - $2,591. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,033 - $3,707 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$359 - $439 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$388 - $474 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,120 - $2,591 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Barbara CA is $599 - $732. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Barbara CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$599 - $732 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$599 - $732 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Barbara CA is $317 - $387. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,447 - $2,991, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Barbara CA area is $1,695 - $2,071.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,447 - $2,991 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,695 - $2,071 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$752 - $920 |
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 Santa Barbara CA, you should budget approximately $20,797 - $25,419, which is about 34.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,797 - $25,419 |
34.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,187 - $3,895 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,143 - $7,509 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,199 - $11,243 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,268 - $2,772 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,653 - $4,465. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,653 - $4,465 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$687 - $839 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$312 - $382 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$409 - $499 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$752 - $919 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$481 - $587 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,111 - $1,357.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,111 - $1,357 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$517 - $631 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$276 - $338 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,334 - $1,630. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,334 - $1,630 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$168 - $206 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,193 - $1,459, which is about 2.0% 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 $725 - $887, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,979 - $9,752 |
13.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$268 - $328 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,184 - $6,336 |
8.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$340 - $416 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$725 - $887 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Barbara CA area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,247 - $1,525.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,247 - $1,525 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,247 - $1,525 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$500 - $612 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$500 - $612 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA spend between $10,144 - $12,398 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA with 125 guests spend between $4,623 - $5,651 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Barbara CA is $3,514 - $4,294. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,144 - $12,398 |
17.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$434 - $530 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$518 - $633 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,056 - $1,290 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,623 - $5,651 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,514 - $4,294 |
5.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Santa Barbara CA is estimated to be $5,441 - $6,651. This service accounts for 9.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,441 - $6,651 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,441 - $6,651 |
9.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $780 - $954.
| Transportation Cost |
$780 - $954 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$780 - $954 |
1.3% |