For a wedding with 125 guests in the Monterey CA, the estimated total cost is around $35,772 - $43,722. 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 $318. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,772 - $43,722.
The average wedding cost in Monterey CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,772 - $43,722 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carmel Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $510 - $624. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $550 - $672.
In Carmel Valley CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,044 - $3,720. This represents about 8.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,335 - $5,299 |
12.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$510 - $624 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$231 - $283 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$550 - $672 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,044 - $3,720 |
8.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Monterey CA is $509 - $622. 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 |
$509 - $622 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$509 - $622 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Monterey CA is $300 - $366. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,061 - $2,519, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monterey CA area is $1,428 - $1,746.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,061 - $2,519 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,428 - $1,746 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$633 - $773 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Monterey CA, you should budget approximately $17,618 - $21,534, which is about 49.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,618 - $21,534 |
49.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,743 - $3,353 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,325 - $6,509 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,616 - $9,308 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,934 - $2,364 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,293 - $4,025. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,293 - $4,025 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$635 - $776 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$284 - $348 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$464 - $567 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$859 - $1,049 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$642 - $784 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $442 - $540.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$442 - $540 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$442 - $540 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $697 - $851. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$697 - $851 |
1.9% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$285 - $349 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,037 - $1,267.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,037 - $1,267 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,037 - $1,267 |
2.9% |
On average, couples in Monterey CA spend between $3,299 - $4,032 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monterey CA with 125 guests spend between $3,299 - $4,032 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,299 - $4,032 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,299 - $4,032 |
9.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Monterey CA is estimated to be $2,183 - $2,668. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,183 - $2,668 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,183 - $2,668 |
6.1% |