For a wedding with 250 guests in the Monterey, the estimated total cost is around $37,481 - $45,810. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monterey is approximately $167. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,481 - $45,810.
The average wedding cost in Monterey is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,481 - $45,810 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Monterey CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $245 - $299. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $336.
In Monterey CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,582 - $1,934. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,217 - $2,709 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,582 - $1,934 |
4.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Monterey CA is $167 - $205. 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 |
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,298 - $1,586, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monterey area is $941 - $1,151.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,298 - $1,586 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$941 - $1,151 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,150 - $3,850. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,150 - $3,850 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$519 - $635 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,326 - $1,620 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$723 - $883 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,098 - $2,564.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,098 - $2,564 |
5.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$916 - $1,120 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$992 - $1,212 |
2.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,404 - $1,716. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,404 - $1,716 |
3.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$889 - $1,087 |
2.4% |
|
Postage
|
$515 - $629 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Monterey CA spend between $3,374 - $4,124 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monterey with 250 guests spend between $2,014 - $2,462 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Monterey is $1,360 - $1,662. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,374 - $4,124 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,014 - $2,462 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,360 - $1,662 |
3.6% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$23,773 - $29,055 |
63.4% |