For a wedding with 250 guests in the Bakersfield CA, the estimated total cost is around $54,041 - $66,051. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bakersfield CA is approximately $240. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,041 - $66,051.
The average wedding cost in Bakersfield CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,041 - $66,051 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bakersfield CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $256 - $312. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $337.
In Bakersfield CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,525 - $1,863. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,172 - $2,654 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,525 - $1,863 |
2.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bakersfield CA is $260 - $318. 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 |
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,262 - $3,986, which is 6.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Bakersfield CA typically budget around $3,262 - $3,986 which is 6.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,262 - $3,986 |
6.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,262 - $3,986 |
6.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Bakersfield CA, you should budget approximately $33,344 - $40,754, which is about 61.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,344 - $40,754 |
61.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,452 - $7,886 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,528 - $15,312 |
23.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,815 - $11,996 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,550 - $5,561 |
8.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,965 - $4,846. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,965 - $4,846 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$542 - $662 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$711 - $869 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,507 - $1,841 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$963 - $1,177 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,040 - $1,272.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,040 - $1,272 |
1.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $152 - $186. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $851 - $1,040, which is about 1.6% 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 $513 - $627, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,549 - $1,893 |
2.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$185 - $227 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$513 - $627 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bakersfield CA area is $290 - $354. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Bakersfield CA spend between $6,235 - $7,621 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bakersfield CA with 250 guests spend between $3,024 - $3,696 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Bakersfield CA is $2,319 - $2,835. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,235 - $7,621 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$408 - $498 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$484 - $592 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,024 - $3,696 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,319 - $2,835 |
4.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Bakersfield CA is estimated to be $1,773 - $2,167. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,773 - $2,167 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,773 - $2,167 |
3.3% |