For a wedding with 250 guests in the Salinas CA, the estimated total cost is around $39,705 - $48,529. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Salinas CA is approximately $176. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,705 - $48,529.
The average wedding cost in Salinas CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,705 - $48,529 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Salinas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $335 - $409. 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 $320 - $391.
In Salinas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,844 - $2,254. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,656 - $3,246 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$320 - $391 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,844 - $2,254 |
4.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Salinas CA is $185 - $227. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $806 - $985, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Salinas CA area is $806 - $985.
| Entertainment Cost |
$806 - $985 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$806 - $985 |
2.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,360 - $4,106. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,360 - $4,106 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$518 - $634 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,463 - $1,788 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$797 - $975 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,177 - $1,439.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,177 - $1,439 |
3.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$908 - $1,110 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$269 - $329 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $761 - $930. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$761 - $930 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,143 - $1,397, which is about 2.9% 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 HIM) is estimated at $676 - $826, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,819 - $2,223 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$676 - $826 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Salinas CA spend between $1,724 - $2,107 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Salinas CA with 250 guests spend between $1,724 - $2,107 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,724 - $2,107 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,724 - $2,107 |
4.3% |
The cost for a Full Service in Salinas CA is estimated to be $2,939 - $3,593. This service accounts for 7.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$2,939 - $3,593 |
7.4% |
|
Full Service
|
$2,939 - $3,593 |
7.4% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$24,279 - $29,675 |
61.1% |