For a wedding with 75 guests in the Santa Cruz CA, the estimated total cost is around $52,621 - $64,315. 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 Cruz CA is approximately $780. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,621 - $64,315.
The average wedding cost in Santa Cruz CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,621 - $64,315 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fremont CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $537 - $657. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $580 - $708.
In Fremont CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,165 - $3,869. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,531 - $5,537 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$537 - $657 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$580 - $708 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,165 - $3,869 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Santa Cruz CA is $302 - $369. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Cruz CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Cruz CA is $355 - $433. 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 |
$355 - $433 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,789 - $9,519, which is 14.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Cruz CA area is $1,532 - $1,872.
For a live band, couples in Santa Cruz CA typically budget around $4,196 - $5,128 which is 8.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,789 - $9,519 |
14.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,532 - $1,872 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$680 - $831 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,196 - $5,128 |
8.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,382 - $1,689 |
2.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Santa Cruz CA, you should budget approximately $13,221 - $16,159, which is about 25.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,221 - $16,159 |
25.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,473 - $1,801 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,840 - $3,472 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,859 - $9,605 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,049 - $1,282 |
2.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,029 - $3,702. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,029 - $3,702 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$374 - $458 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $747 - $913.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$747 - $913 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $492 - $602. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$492 - $602 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$47 - $57 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,542 - $1,884, which is about 2.9% 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 $936 - $1,144, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,956 - $12,168 |
18.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$345 - $421 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,693 - $8,181 |
12.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$440 - $538 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,542 - $1,884 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$936 - $1,144 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Cruz CA area is $328 - $400. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,129 - $1,379.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,129 - $1,379 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,129 - $1,379 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$523 - $639 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$523 - $639 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Santa Cruz CA spend between $7,178 - $8,774 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Cruz CA with 75 guests spend between $3,483 - $4,257 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Cruz CA is $2,647 - $3,235. This makes up a portion of your (5.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,178 - $8,774 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$509 - $622 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$540 - $660 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,483 - $4,257 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,647 - $3,235 |
5.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Santa Cruz CA is estimated to be $2,377 - $2,905. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,377 - $2,905 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,377 - $2,905 |
4.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $667 - $815.
| Transportation Cost |
$667 - $815 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$667 - $815 |
1.3% |