For a wedding with 38 guests in the Monterey CA, the estimated total cost is around $26,198 - $32,020. 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 CA is approximately $766. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,198 - $32,020.
The average wedding cost in Monterey CA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,198 - $32,020 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fresno CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $461 - $563. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $495 - $605.
In Fresno CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,711 - $3,313. This represents about 10.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,880 - $4,742 |
14.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$461 - $563 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$213 - $261 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$495 - $605 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,711 - $3,313 |
10.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Monterey CA is $165 - $201. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Monterey CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$165 - $201 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$165 - $201 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Monterey CA is $308 - $376. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$308 - $376 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,216 - $2,708, which is 8.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monterey CA area is $1,535 - $1,876.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,216 - $2,708 |
8.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,535 - $1,876 |
5.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$681 - $833 |
2.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Monterey CA, you should budget approximately $7,166 - $8,758, which is about 27.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,166 - $8,758 |
27.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$843 - $1,031 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,626 - $1,988 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,096 - $5,006 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$600 - $734 |
2.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,369 - $2,895. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,369 - $2,895 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$672 - $822 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$306 - $374 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$940 - $1,148 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$207 - $253 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$132 - $162 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $408 - $498.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$408 - $498 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$195 - $239 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $272 - $332. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$272 - $332 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$32 - $40 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,450 - $1,772, which is about 5.5% 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 $880 - $1,076, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,330 - $2,848 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,450 - $1,772 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$880 - $1,076 |
3.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Monterey CA area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,130 - $1,381.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,130 - $1,381 |
4.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,130 - $1,381 |
4.3% |
On average, couples in Monterey CA spend between $5,648 - $6,903 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monterey CA with 38 guests spend between $4,165 - $5,091 on wedding photography, which is about 15.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,648 - $6,903 |
21.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$350 - $428 |
1.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$464 - $568 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$668 - $816 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,165 - $5,091 |
15.9% |