For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $52,385 - $64,027. 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 $466. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,385 - $64,027.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,385 - $64,027 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mountain View CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $748 - $914. 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 $772 - $944.
In Mountain View CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,246 - $5,190. This represents about 8.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,116 - $7,476 |
11.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$748 - $914 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$350 - $428 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$772 - $944 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,246 - $5,190 |
8.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $563 - $689. 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 |
$563 - $689 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$563 - $689 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $341 - $417. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$341 - $417 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,323 - $2,839, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,606 - $1,962.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,323 - $2,839 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,606 - $1,962 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$717 - $877 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in San Diego CA, you should budget approximately $19,122 - $23,372, which is about 36.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,122 - $23,372 |
36.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,116 - $3,808 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,961 - $7,285 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,890 - $9,644 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,156 - $2,635 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,837 - $4,689. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,837 - $4,689 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$689 - $843 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$316 - $386 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$784 - $958 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$509 - $622 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $985 - $1,203.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$985 - $1,203 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$275 - $336 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$511 - $625 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,048 - $1,280. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,048 - $1,280 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$280 - $342 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,254 - $2,754, which is about 4.3% 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 $1,422 - $1,738, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,368 - $6,560 |
10.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$519 - $635 |
1.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$516 - $630 |
1.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$657 - $803 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,254 - $2,754 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,422 - $1,738 |
2.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,189 - $1,453.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,189 - $1,453 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,189 - $1,453 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $7,676 - $9,382 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $3,713 - $4,539 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $2,835 - $3,465. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,676 - $9,382 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$585 - $715 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$543 - $663 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,713 - $4,539 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,835 - $3,465 |
5.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $2,363 - $2,888. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,363 - $2,888 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
4.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,455 - $1,779.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,455 - $1,779 |
2.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$662 - $810 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$793 - $969 |
1.5% |