For a wedding with 125 guests in the Carmel by the Sea CA, the estimated total cost is around $39,376 - $48,126. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carmel by the Sea CA is approximately $350. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,376 - $48,126.
The average wedding cost in Carmel by the Sea CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,376 - $48,126 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $240 - $294.
In Salt Lake City UT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,312 - $1,604. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,553 - $1,898 |
3.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,312 - $1,604 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Carmel by the Sea CA is $568 - $694. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carmel by the Sea CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$568 - $694 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$568 - $694 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carmel by the Sea CA is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,183 - $2,669, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carmel by the Sea CA area is $1,512 - $1,848.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,183 - $2,669 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,512 - $1,848 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$671 - $821 |
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 Carmel by the Sea CA, you should budget approximately $19,257 - $23,537, which is about 48.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,257 - $23,537 |
48.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,037 - $3,711 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,853 - $7,153 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,207 - $10,031 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,161 - $2,641 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,092 - $2,556. This accounts for roughly 5.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,092 - $2,556 |
5.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$635 - $776 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$713 - $871 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$455 - $557 |
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 $492 - $602.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$492 - $602 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$492 - $602 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $876 - $1,070. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$876 - $1,070 |
2.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $762 - $932, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$762 - $932 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$762 - $932 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carmel by the Sea CA area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,113 - $1,361.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,113 - $1,361 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,113 - $1,361 |
2.8% |
On average, couples in Carmel by the Sea CA spend between $7,592 - $9,279 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carmel by the Sea CA with 125 guests spend between $4,116 - $5,030 on wedding photography, which is about 10.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Carmel by the Sea CA is $3,128 - $3,824. This makes up a portion of your (7.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,592 - $9,279 |
19.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $425 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,116 - $5,030 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,128 - $3,824 |
7.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Carmel by the Sea CA is estimated to be $2,347 - $2,869. This service accounts for 6.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,347 - $2,869 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,347 - $2,869 |
6.0% |