For a wedding with 125 guests in the Half Moon Bay CA, the estimated total cost is around $58,740 - $71,794. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Half Moon Bay CA is approximately $522. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,740 - $71,794.
The average wedding cost in Half Moon Bay CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,740 - $71,794 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $606 - $740.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$861 - $1,053 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$606 - $740 |
1.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Half Moon Bay CA is $437 - $534. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Half Moon Bay CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$437 - $534 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$437 - $534 |
0.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,822 - $3,449, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Half Moon Bay CA area is $1,956 - $2,390.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,822 - $3,449 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,956 - $2,390 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$866 - $1,058 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Half Moon Bay CA, you should budget approximately $17,046 - $20,834, which is about 29.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,046 - $20,834 |
29.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,532 - $3,094 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,916 - $6,008 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,814 - $9,550 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,785 - $2,181 |
3.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,277 - $2,783. This accounts for roughly 3.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,277 - $2,783 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$285 - $349 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,088 - $1,330 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$552 - $674 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$352 - $430 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $408 - $498.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$408 - $498 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$408 - $498 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $571 - $697. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$571 - $697 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,029 - $2,479, which is about 3.5% 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 $1,223 - $1,495, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,119 - $14,813 |
20.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,868 - $10,838 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,029 - $2,479 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,223 - $1,495 |
2.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,418 - $1,734.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,418 - $1,734 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,418 - $1,734 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$570 - $696 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$570 - $696 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Half Moon Bay CA spend between $13,961 - $17,063 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 23.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Half Moon Bay CA with 125 guests spend between $6,314 - $7,718 on wedding photography, which is about 10.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Half Moon Bay CA is $4,842 - $5,918. This makes up a portion of your (8.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$13,961 - $17,063 |
23.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$569 - $695 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$595 - $727 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$446 - $546 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$788 - $963 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$6,314 - $7,718 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,842 - $5,918 |
8.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Half Moon Bay CA is estimated to be $6,251 - $7,641. This service accounts for 10.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,251 - $7,641 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,251 - $7,641 |
10.6% |