Events & Creative, California
Catering cost in Long Beach, CA
A typical Catering figure in Long Beach is about $47 per person, about 18% above the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in Long Beach
$47
per person
Fair price range: $21 to $100
- On the low end
- $21
- On the high end
- $100
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Long Beach. Not a quote.
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How prices have moved
Up 3.1%past year
Up 23.9%over five years
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Long Beach, CA | $47 | $21 to $100 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Fullerton, CA | $47 | $21 to $100 |
| Oceanside, CA | $47 | $21 to $100 |
| Santa Rosa, CA | $47 | $21 to $100 |
| Anchorage, AK | $47 | $21 to $100 |
| Miami, FL | $47 | $21 to $100 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in Long Beach: what does it cost?
In Long Beach, CA, Catering typically costs about $47 per person, with most prices between $21 and $100.
Why is Long Beach higher than the national price?
Prices in Long Beach run about 18% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.