For a wedding with 400 guests in the Elk Grove, the estimated total cost is around $112,775 - $137,837. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Elk Grove is approximately $313. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $112,775 - $137,837.
The average wedding cost in Elk Grove is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $112,775 - $137,837 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Elk Grove CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $467 - $571. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $503 - $615.
In Elk Grove CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,753 - $3,365. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,940 - $4,816 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$467 - $571 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$217 - $265 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$503 - $615 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,753 - $3,365 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Elk Grove is $2,495 - $3,049. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Elk Grove area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,495 - $3,049 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,495 - $3,049 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Elk Grove is $336 - $410. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$336 - $410 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,427 - $2,967, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Elk Grove area is $1,681 - $2,055.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,427 - $2,967 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,681 - $2,055 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$746 - $912 |
0.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Elk Grove, you should budget approximately $65,768 - $80,384, which is about 58.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$65,768 - $80,384 |
58.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,953 - $17,053 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$26,899 - $32,877 |
23.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,985 - $18,315 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,932 - $12,139 |
8.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,923 - $10,905. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,923 - $10,905 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$741 - $905 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$337 - $411 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,682 - $2,056 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,135 - $3,831 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,004 - $2,450 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,746 - $4,578.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,746 - $4,578 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$147 - $179 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,264 - $2,767 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,303 - $5,259. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,303 - $5,259 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$712 - $870 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$330 - $404 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$583 - $713 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$632 - $772 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$483 - $591 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$501 - $613 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,488 - $1,818, which is about 1.3% 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 $903 - $1,103, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,852 - $10,820 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,462 - $7,898 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,488 - $1,818 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$903 - $1,103 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Elk Grove area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,238 - $1,513.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,238 - $1,513 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,238 - $1,513 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Elk Grove spend between $9,920 - $12,124 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Elk Grove with 400 guests spend between $4,702 - $5,746 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Elk Grove is $3,572 - $4,366. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,920 - $12,124 |
8.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,121 - $1,370 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,702 - $5,746 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,572 - $4,366 |
3.2% |