For a wedding with 175 guests in the Santa Monica, the estimated total cost is around $49,719 - $60,767. 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 Monica is approximately $316. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,719 - $60,767.
The average wedding cost in Santa Monica is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,719 - $60,767 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 $347 - $424. 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 $373 - $455.
In Santa Monica CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,040 - $2,494. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,920 - $3,568 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$347 - $424 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$373 - $455 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,040 - $2,494 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Santa Monica is $760 - $928. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Monica area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$760 - $928 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$760 - $928 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Monica is $344 - $420. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,144 - $2,620, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Monica area is $1,485 - $1,815.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,144 - $2,620 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,485 - $1,815 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$659 - $805 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Santa Monica, you should budget approximately $23,357 - $28,547, which is about 47.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,357 - $28,547 |
47.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,058 - $4,960 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,824 - $9,562 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,586 - $10,494 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,889 - $3,531 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,066 - $4,970. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,066 - $4,970 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$729 - $891 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$537 - $657 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$905 - $1,106 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$954 - $1,166 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$610 - $746 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,346 - $1,646.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,346 - $1,646 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$659 - $805 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$364 - $444 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,354 - $1,654. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,354 - $1,654 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$338 - $414 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,146 - $1,400, 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 $695 - $849, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,811 - $8,325 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,971 - $6,075 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,146 - $1,400 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$695 - $849 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Monica area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,093 - $1,335.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,093 - $1,335 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Santa Monica spend between $4,697 - $5,741 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Monica with 175 guests spend between $4,255 - $5,201 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,697 - $5,741 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$442 - $540 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,255 - $5,201 |
8.6% |