For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Cruz CA, the estimated total cost is around $50,260 - $61,428. 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 $447. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,260 - $61,428.
The average wedding cost in Santa Cruz CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,260 - $61,428 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Jacinto CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $305 - $373. 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 $329 - $402.
In San Jacinto CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,795 - $2,193. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,569 - $3,139 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$305 - $373 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$329 - $402 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,795 - $2,193 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Cruz CA is $528 - $646. 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 |
$528 - $646 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$528 - $646 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Cruz CA is $336 - $410. 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 |
$336 - $410 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,416 - $2,952, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Cruz CA area is $1,673 - $2,045.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,416 - $2,952 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,673 - $2,045 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$743 - $908 |
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 Santa Cruz CA, you should budget approximately $18,948 - $23,158, which is about 37.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,948 - $23,158 |
37.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,825 - $3,453 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,445 - $6,655 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,667 - $10,593 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,011 - $2,457 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,502 - $4,280. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,502 - $4,280 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$721 - $881 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$328 - $400 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$364 - $444 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$663 - $811 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$424 - $518 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $703 - $859.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$703 - $859 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$457 - $559 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,201 - $1,467. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,201 - $1,467 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,026 - $1,254, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,005 - $7,339 |
11.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,457 - $5,447 |
8.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,026 - $1,254 |
2.0% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$328 - $400 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,232 - $1,506.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,232 - $1,506 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,232 - $1,506 |
2.5% |
On average, couples in Santa Cruz CA spend between $7,124 - $8,708 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Cruz CA with 125 guests spend between $3,803 - $4,649 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Cruz CA is $2,890 - $3,532. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,124 - $8,708 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$431 - $527 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,803 - $4,649 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,890 - $3,532 |
5.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Santa Cruz CA is estimated to be $5,369 - $6,563. This service accounts for 10.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,369 - $6,563 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,369 - $6,563 |
10.7% |