For a wedding with 15 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $22,633 - $27,663. 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 $1,677. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,633 - $27,663.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,633 - $27,663 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $423 - $517.
In Chandler AZ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,330 - $2,848. This represents about 10.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,753 - $3,365 |
12.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$423 - $517 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,330 - $2,848 |
10.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in San Diego CA is $55 - $67. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,039 - $2,493, which is 9.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,409 - $1,723.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,039 - $2,493 |
9.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,409 - $1,723 |
6.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$630 - $770 |
2.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in San Diego CA, you should budget approximately $2,867 - $3,505, which is about 12.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$2,867 - $3,505 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$291 - $355 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$556 - $680 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,819 - $2,223 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$202 - $246 |
0.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,641 - $3,227. This accounts for roughly 11.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,641 - $3,227 |
11.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$642 - $784 |
2.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$293 - $359 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,493 - $1,825 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$93 - $113 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $84 - $102. This is approximately 0.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$84 - $102 |
0.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$6 - $8 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$8 - $10 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,229 - $1,502, which is about 5.4% 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 $775 - $947, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,003 - $2,449 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$775 - $947 |
3.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Diego CA area is $320 - $391. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$320 - $391 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $391 |
1.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,044 - $1,276.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,044 - $1,276 |
4.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,044 - $1,276 |
4.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $8,092 - $9,890 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 35.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 15 guests spend between $4,025 - $4,919 on wedding photography, which is about 17.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $3,074 - $3,757. This makes up a portion of your (13.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,092 - $9,890 |
35.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
2.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$543 - $663 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,025 - $4,919 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,074 - $3,757 |
13.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $735 - $899.
| Transportation Cost |
$735 - $899 |
3.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$662 - $810 |
2.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$73 - $89 |
0.3% |