For a wedding with 175 guests in the Carlsbad CA, the estimated total cost is around $49,420 - $60,402. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carlsbad CA is approximately $314. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,420 - $60,402.
The average wedding cost in Carlsbad CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,420 - $60,402 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carlsbad CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $438 - $536. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $473 - $578.
In Carlsbad CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,614 - $3,194. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,524 - $4,308 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$438 - $536 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,614 - $3,194 |
5.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carlsbad CA is $333 - $407. 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 |
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,510 - $3,068, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carlsbad CA area is $1,740 - $2,126.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,510 - $3,068 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,740 - $2,126 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$770 - $942 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Carlsbad CA, you should budget approximately $27,003 - $33,003, which is about 54.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,003 - $33,003 |
54.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,285 - $5,237 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,321 - $10,170 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,376 - $13,904 |
23.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,021 - $3,693 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,447 - $5,435. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,447 - $5,435 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$779 - $952 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$348 - $426 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$540 - $660 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,030 - $1,258 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$658 - $804 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $878 - $1,074.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$878 - $1,074 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$691 - $845 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,288 - $1,574. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,288 - $1,574 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,393 - $1,703, which is about 2.8% 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 $839 - $1,025, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,232 - $2,728 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,393 - $1,703 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,262 - $1,542.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$512 - $626 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Carlsbad CA spend between $5,431 - $6,637 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carlsbad CA with 175 guests spend between $4,970 - $6,074 on wedding photography, which is about 10.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,431 - $6,637 |
11.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$461 - $563 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,970 - $6,074 |
10.1% |