For a wedding with 125 guests in the Carlsbad CA, the estimated total cost is around $35,429 - $43,302. 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 $315. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,429 - $43,302.
The average wedding cost in Carlsbad CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,429 - $43,302 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 $349 - $427. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $377 - $461.
In Carlsbad CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,059 - $2,517. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,948 - $3,603 |
8.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$349 - $427 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$377 - $461 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,059 - $2,517 |
5.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carlsbad CA is $332 - $406. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$332 - $406 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,989 - $2,431, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carlsbad CA area is $1,378 - $1,684.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,989 - $2,431 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,378 - $1,684 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$611 - $747 |
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 Carlsbad CA, you should budget approximately $9,329 - $11,403, which is about 26.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,329 - $11,403 |
26.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,563 - $3,133 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,942 - $6,040 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,824 - $2,230 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,174 - $3,880. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,174 - $3,880 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$644 - $788 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $358 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$320 - $392 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$791 - $967 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$687 - $839 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$439 - $537 |
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 $974 - $1,190.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$974 - $1,190 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$416 - $508 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $810 - $990. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$810 - $990 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,168 - $1,428, which is about 3.3% 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 $708 - $866, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,950 - $8,494 |
19.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,073 - $6,201 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,168 - $1,428 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$708 - $866 |
2.0% |
On average, couples in Carlsbad CA spend between $4,500 - $5,500 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carlsbad CA with 125 guests spend between $4,036 - $4,932 on wedding photography, which is about 11.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
12.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$464 - $568 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,036 - $4,932 |
11.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Carlsbad CA is estimated to be $4,423 - $5,405. This service accounts for 12.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,423 - $5,405 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,423 - $5,405 |
12.5% |