For a wedding with 175 guests in the Santa Barbara CA, the estimated total cost is around $68,133 - $83,273. 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 Barbara CA is approximately $433. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $68,133 - $83,273.
The average wedding cost in Santa Barbara CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $68,133 - $83,273 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Pedro CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $292 - $356. 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 $314 - $384.
In San Pedro CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,716 - $2,098. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,457 - $3,003 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$292 - $356 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$314 - $384 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,716 - $2,098 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Santa Barbara CA is $854 - $1,044. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Barbara CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$854 - $1,044 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$854 - $1,044 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Barbara CA is $329 - $402. 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 |
$329 - $402 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,948 - $8,492, which is 10.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Barbara CA area is $1,661 - $2,031.
For a live band, couples in Santa Barbara CA typically budget around $4,550 - $5,561 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,948 - $8,492 |
10.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,661 - $2,031 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$737 - $901 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,550 - $5,561 |
6.7% |
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 Barbara CA, you should budget approximately $27,516 - $33,630, which is about 40.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,516 - $33,630 |
40.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,619 - $5,645 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,904 - $10,882 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,706 - $13,085 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,288 - $4,018 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,357 - $5,325. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,357 - $5,325 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$699 - $855 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$318 - $388 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$598 - $730 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$986 - $1,205 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,071 - $1,309 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$686 - $838 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,456 - $1,780.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,456 - $1,780 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$748 - $914 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$404 - $494 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,726 - $2,110. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,726 - $2,110 |
2.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$224 - $274 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$376 - $460 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$246 - $300 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $994 - $1,214, which is about 1.5% 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 $603 - $737, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,172 - $7,544 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,576 - $5,592 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$994 - $1,214 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$603 - $737 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Barbara CA area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,223 - $1,495.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,223 - $1,495 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,223 - $1,495 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$500 - $612 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$500 - $612 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA spend between $7,738 - $9,458 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Barbara CA with 175 guests spend between $3,776 - $4,616 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Barbara CA is $2,869 - $3,507. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,738 - $9,458 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$415 - $507 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$678 - $828 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,776 - $4,616 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,869 - $3,507 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Santa Barbara CA is estimated to be $5,333 - $6,519. This service accounts for 7.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,333 - $6,519 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,333 - $6,519 |
7.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,210 - $1,478.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,210 - $1,478 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,210 - $1,478 |
1.8% |