For a wedding with 175 guests in the Santa Barbara, CA, the estimated total cost is around $54,149 - $66,182. 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 $344. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,149 - $66,182.
The average wedding cost in Santa Barbara, CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,149 - $66,182 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 $327 - $399. 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 $352 - $430.
In Santa Barbara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,947 - $2,379. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,774 - $3,390 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$327 - $399 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$352 - $430 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,947 - $2,379 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Santa Barbara, CA is $788 - $963. 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 |
$788 - $963 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$788 - $963 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Barbara, CA is $332 - $406. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$332 - $406 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,432 - $2,972, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Barbara, CA area is $1,686 - $2,060.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,432 - $2,972 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$746 - $912 |
1.4% |
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 Barbara, CA, you should budget approximately $29,957 - $36,614, which is about 55.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,957 - $36,614 |
55.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,389 - $5,365 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,523 - $10,417 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,950 - $17,050 |
25.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,094 - $3,782 |
5.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,154 - $5,078. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,154 - $5,078 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$697 - $851 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $381 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$535 - $653 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$981 - $1,199 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$995 - $1,217 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$635 - $777 |
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 $1,364 - $1,667.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,364 - $1,667 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$707 - $865 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$353 - $431 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,287 - $1,573. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,287 - $1,573 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$329 - $403 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,134 - $1,386, which is about 2.1% 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 $684 - $836, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,818 - $2,222 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,134 - $1,386 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$684 - $836 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,223 - $1,495.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,223 - $1,495 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,223 - $1,495 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$502 - $614 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Santa Barbara, CA spend between $6,879 - $8,407 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Barbara, CA with 175 guests spend between $3,893 - $4,759 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Barbara, CA is $2,985 - $3,649. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,879 - $8,407 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,893 - $4,759 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,985 - $3,649 |
5.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $640 - $782.
| Transportation Cost |
$640 - $782 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$640 - $782 |
1.2% |