For a wedding with 75 guests in the San Diego, the estimated total cost is around $43,315 - $52,941. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Diego is approximately $642. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,315 - $52,941.
The average wedding cost in San Diego is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,315 - $52,941 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 $536 - $655. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $577 - $705.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,156 - $3,858. This represents about 7.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,517 - $5,521 |
10.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$536 - $655 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$577 - $705 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,156 - $3,858 |
7.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in San Diego is $335 - $409. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Diego area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,561 - $3,130, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego area is $1,774 - $2,168.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,561 - $3,130 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$787 - $961 |
1.8% |
Event Venue
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, you should budget approximately $14,216 - $17,376, which is about 32.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,216 - $17,376 |
32.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,103 - $2,571 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,055 - $4,957 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,800 - $8,312 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,257 - $1,537 |
2.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,056 - $3,735. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,056 - $3,735 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$744 - $910 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $414 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,058 - $1,294 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$419 - $513 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$268 - $328 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $552 - $674. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$552 - $674 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$65 - $79 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,729 - $2,113, which is about 4.0% 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 $1,049 - $1,283, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,283 - $12,569 |
23.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,505 - $9,173 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,729 - $2,113 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,049 - $1,283 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $4,519 - $5,523 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego with 75 guests spend between $4,033 - $4,929 on wedding photography, which is about 9.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,519 - $5,523 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$486 - $594 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,033 - $4,929 |
9.3% |
