For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $66,884 - $81,747. 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 Francisco CA is approximately $595. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $66,884 - $81,747.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $66,884 - $81,747 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Burlingame CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $960 - $1,174. 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 $992 - $1,212.
In Burlingame CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,459 - $6,672. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,860 - $9,606 |
11.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$960 - $1,174 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$449 - $549 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$992 - $1,212 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,459 - $6,672 |
8.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Francisco CA is $644 - $788. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Francisco CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$644 - $788 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$644 - $788 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $443 - $541. 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 |
$443 - $541 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$193 - $235 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$164 - $200 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,711 - $4,535, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,565 - $3,135.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,711 - $4,535 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,565 - $3,135 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$1,146 - $1,400 |
1.7% |
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 Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $25,542 - $31,218, which is about 38.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,542 - $31,218 |
38.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,555 - $4,345 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,802 - $8,314 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,726 - $15,554 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,459 - $3,005 |
3.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,573 - $6,811. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,573 - $6,811 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$973 - $1,189 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$447 - $547 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,688 - $2,064 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$581 - $711 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,106 - $2,574. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,106 - $2,574 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$362 - $442 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$570 - $696 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$321 - $393 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,946 - $3,600, which is about 4.4% 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 $1,858 - $2,270, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,016 - $8,575 |
10.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$679 - $829 |
1.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$675 - $825 |
1.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$859 - $1,049 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,946 - $3,600 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,858 - $2,270 |
2.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Francisco CA area is $372 - $454. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$372 - $454 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$372 - $454 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,900 - $2,322.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,900 - $2,322 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,900 - $2,322 |
2.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $11,718 - $14,322 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 125 guests spend between $5,932 - $7,250 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Francisco CA is $4,530 - $5,536. This makes up a portion of your (6.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,718 - $14,322 |
17.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$626 - $765 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$631 - $771 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,932 - $7,250 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,530 - $5,536 |
6.8% |