For a wedding with 250 guests in the Grass Valley CA, the estimated total cost is around $69,591 - $85,055. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Grass Valley CA is approximately $309. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $69,591 - $85,055.
The average wedding cost in Grass Valley CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $69,591 - $85,055 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Grass Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $356 - $436. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $384 - $470.
In Grass Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,127 - $2,599. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,029 - $3,703 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$384 - $470 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,127 - $2,599 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Grass Valley CA is $1,174 - $1,434. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Grass Valley CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,174 - $1,434 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,174 - $1,434 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Grass Valley CA is $311 - $380. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$311 - $380 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,372 - $6,566, which is 7.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Grass Valley CA area is $1,409 - $1,723.
For a live band, couples in Grass Valley CA typically budget around $3,963 - $4,843 which is 5.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,372 - $6,566 |
7.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,409 - $1,723 |
2.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,963 - $4,843 |
5.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Grass Valley CA, you should budget approximately $33,489 - $40,931, which is about 48.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,489 - $40,931 |
48.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,223 - $7,605 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,082 - $14,766 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,798 - $13,198 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,387 - $5,361 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,112 - $6,248. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,112 - $6,248 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$698 - $854 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$312 - $382 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$774 - $946 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,483 - $1,813 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$948 - $1,158 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,829 - $2,235.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,829 - $2,235 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$512 - $626 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,877 - $2,294. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,877 - $2,294 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$312 - $382 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$477 - $583 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$234 - $286 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,122 - $1,372, which is about 1.6% 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 $677 - $827, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,706 - $8,196 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,907 - $5,997 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,122 - $1,372 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$677 - $827 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Grass Valley CA area is $310 - $378. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$310 - $378 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$310 - $378 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,023 - $1,251.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$495 - $605 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$495 - $605 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Grass Valley CA spend between $6,711 - $8,203 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Grass Valley CA with 250 guests spend between $3,254 - $3,978 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Grass Valley CA is $2,495 - $3,049. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,711 - $8,203 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$445 - $543 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$518 - $633 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,254 - $3,978 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,495 - $3,049 |
3.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Grass Valley CA is estimated to be $2,154 - $2,632. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,154 - $2,632 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,154 - $2,632 |
3.1% |