For a wedding with 75 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $42,202 - $51,580. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Diego CA is approximately $625. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,202 - $51,580.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,202 - $51,580 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Del Mar CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $904 - $1,104. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $933 - $1,141.
In Del Mar CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,133 - $6,273. This represents about 12.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,393 - $9,035 |
17.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$423 - $517 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$933 - $1,141 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,133 - $6,273 |
12.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in San Diego CA is $341 - $417. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Diego CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $332 - $406. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$332 - $406 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,560 - $3,128, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,769 - $2,163.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,560 - $3,128 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,769 - $2,163 |
4.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$790 - $966 |
1.9% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in San Diego CA, you should budget approximately $8,423 - $10,295, which is about 20.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$8,423 - $10,295 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,659 - $4,472 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$2,852 - $3,486 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,012 - $3,682. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,012 - $3,682 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$660 - $806 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$302 - $370 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$741 - $905 |
1.8% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$574 - $702 |
1.4% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$735 - $899 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,742 - $2,129.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,742 - $2,129 |
4.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Personalized Items for Guests
|
$1,220 - $1,491 |
2.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$314 - $384 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,197 - $3,907. This is approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,197 - $3,907 |
7.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$406 - $496 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$636 - $778 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$394 - $482 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$277 - $339 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,311 - $1,603.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,994 - $2,437 |
4.7% |
|
Lodging
|
$682 - $834 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,311 - $1,603 |
3.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $10,606 - $12,962 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 75 guests spend between $4,859 - $5,939 on wedding photography, which is about 11.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $3,710 - $4,534. This makes up a portion of your (8.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,606 - $12,962 |
25.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$536 - $656 |
1.3% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$406 - $496 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$732 - $894 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,859 - $5,939 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,710 - $4,534 |
8.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $2,604 - $3,182. This service accounts for 6.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,604 - $3,182 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,604 - $3,182 |
6.2% |