For a wedding with 125 guests in the Aptos CA, the estimated total cost is around $36,391 - $44,477. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Aptos CA is approximately $323. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,391 - $44,477.
The average wedding cost in Aptos CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,391 - $44,477 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Watsonville CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $261 - $319. 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 $277 - $339.
In Watsonville CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,568 - $1,916. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,222 - $2,716 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,568 - $1,916 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Aptos CA is $539 - $659. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Aptos CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$539 - $659 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$539 - $659 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Aptos CA is $293 - $358. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,102 - $2,569, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aptos CA area is $1,468 - $1,794.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,102 - $2,569 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,468 - $1,794 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$634 - $774 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Aptos CA, you should budget approximately $18,366 - $22,448, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,366 - $22,448 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,793 - $3,413 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,432 - $6,639 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,162 - $9,976 |
22.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,980 - $2,420 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,310 - $4,046. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,310 - $4,046 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$655 - $801 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $358 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$889 - $1,087 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$680 - $831 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$420 - $514 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $955 - $1,167.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$955 - $1,167 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$454 - $554 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $828 - $1,012. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$828 - $1,012 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$221 - $270 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $905 - $1,107, which is about 2.5% 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 $539 - $659, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,429 - $6,635 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,984 - $4,870 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$905 - $1,107 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$539 - $659 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Aptos CA area is $311 - $380. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$311 - $380 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$311 - $380 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,124 - $1,374.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,124 - $1,374 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
3.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$501 - $613 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$501 - $613 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Aptos CA spend between $411 - $503 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$411 - $503 |
1.1% |