For a wedding with 125 guests in the Costa Mesa CA, the estimated total cost is around $48,822 - $59,672. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Costa Mesa CA is approximately $434. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,822 - $59,672.
The average wedding cost in Costa Mesa CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,822 - $59,672 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fontana CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $402 - $492. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $434 - $530.
In Fontana CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,402 - $2,936. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,421 - $4,181 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$434 - $530 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,402 - $2,936 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Costa Mesa CA is $509 - $622. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Costa Mesa CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$509 - $622 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$509 - $622 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Costa Mesa CA is $330 - $404. 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 |
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,184 - $2,670, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Costa Mesa CA area is $1,514 - $1,850.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,184 - $2,670 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,514 - $1,850 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$671 - $820 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Costa Mesa CA, you should budget approximately $17,118 - $20,922, which is about 35.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,118 - $20,922 |
35.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,642 - $3,229 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,128 - $6,268 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,486 - $9,150 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,862 - $2,276 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,865 - $4,723. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,865 - $4,723 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$417 - $509 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$336 - $410 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$959 - $1,172 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$746 - $912 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$477 - $583 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $977 - $1,194.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$426 - $520 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$222 - $272 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $803 - $981. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$803 - $981 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,264 - $1,544, which is about 2.6% 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 $762 - $932, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,548 - $9,226 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,522 - $6,750 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$762 - $932 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Costa Mesa CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,099 - $1,343.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,099 - $1,343 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$510 - $624 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Costa Mesa CA spend between $7,175 - $8,769 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Costa Mesa CA with 125 guests spend between $3,496 - $4,272 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Costa Mesa CA is $2,680 - $3,276. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,175 - $8,769 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$465 - $569 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$534 - $652 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,496 - $4,272 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,680 - $3,276 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Costa Mesa CA is estimated to be $2,314 - $2,828. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,314 - $2,828 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,314 - $2,828 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $652 - $796.
| Transportation Cost |
$652 - $796 |
1.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$652 - $796 |
1.3% |