For a wedding with 175 guests in the Santa Cruz CA, the estimated total cost is around $58,420 - $71,402. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Santa Cruz CA is approximately $371. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,420 - $71,402.
The average wedding cost in Santa Cruz CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,420 - $71,402 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Cruz CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $438 - $536. 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 $471 - $575.
In Santa Cruz CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,578 - $3,150. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,689 - $4,509 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$438 - $536 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$471 - $575 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,578 - $3,150 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Santa Cruz CA is $848 - $1,036. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Cruz CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$848 - $1,036 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$848 - $1,036 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Cruz CA is $333 - $407. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$333 - $407 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,735 - $3,343, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Cruz CA area is $1,895 - $2,316.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,735 - $3,343 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,895 - $2,316 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Santa Cruz CA, you should budget approximately $34,008 - $41,566, which is about 58.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,008 - $41,566 |
58.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,601 - $5,623 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,869 - $10,839 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$17,265 - $21,101 |
29.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,274 - $4,002 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,494 - $5,492. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,494 - $5,492 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$731 - $893 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$332 - $406 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$565 - $691 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$680 - $832 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,321 - $1,615.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,321 - $1,615 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$745 - $911 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,402 - $1,714. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,402 - $1,714 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$356 - $436 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,450 - $1,772, which is about 2.5% 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 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,330 - $2,848 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,450 - $1,772 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$880 - $1,076 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Cruz CA area is $328 - $400. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,395 - $1,705.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,395 - $1,705 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,395 - $1,705 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$523 - $639 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$523 - $639 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Santa Cruz CA spend between $5,014 - $6,128 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Cruz CA with 175 guests spend between $4,307 - $5,264 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,014 - $6,128 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$707 - $865 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,307 - $5,264 |
7.4% |