For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $33,785 - $41,293. 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 $150. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,785 - $41,293.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,785 - $41,293 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $365 - $447. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $425.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,003 - $2,448. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,886 - $3,528 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $447 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $425 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,003 - $2,448 |
5.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $131 - $161. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,082 - $1,322, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,082 - $1,322.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,082 - $1,322 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,082 - $1,322 |
3.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,852 - $3,486. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,852 - $3,486 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$376 - $460 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$503 - $615 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,167 - $1,427 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$636 - $778 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,183 - $1,445.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,183 - $1,445 |
3.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$792 - $968 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$391 - $477 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $766 - $936. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$766 - $936 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$351 - $429 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $1,883 - $2,301 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 250 guests spend between $1,883 - $2,301 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,883 - $2,301 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,883 - $2,301 |
5.6% |
Planner/Consultant
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$957 - $1,169 |
2.8% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$22,046 - $26,945 |
65.3% |