For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $90,421 - $110,515. 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 $402. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $90,421 - $110,515.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $90,421 - $110,515 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $333 - $407. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $345 - $421.
In Philadelphia PA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,898 - $2,320. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,732 - $3,339 |
3.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$333 - $407 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$345 - $421 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,898 - $2,320 |
2.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Francisco CA is $1,342 - $1,640. 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 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,342 - $1,640 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,342 - $1,640 |
1.5% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $452 - $552. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$452 - $552 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$197 - $241 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$168 - $206 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,300 - $4,034, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,282 - $2,789.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,300 - $4,034 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,282 - $2,789 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
1.1% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $53,726 - $65,666, which is about 59.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$53,726 - $65,666 |
59.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,463 - $9,121 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$14,279 - $17,452 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$26,823 - $32,783 |
29.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$5,162 - $6,310 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,522 - $11,638. This accounts for roughly 10.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,522 - $11,638 |
10.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$990 - $1,210 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$455 - $556 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$2,919 - $3,567 |
3.2% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$2,264 - $2,767 |
2.5% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$2,895 - $3,539 |
3.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,420 - $2,958. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,420 - $2,958 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$306 - $374 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$275 - $336 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$482 - $589 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$222 - $272 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$297 - $363 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$271 - $331 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$218 - $266 |
0.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Philadelphia PA spend between $10,815 - $13,219 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 250 guests spend between $5,276 - $6,448 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Francisco CA is $4,028 - $4,924. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,815 - $13,219 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$758 - $926 |
0.8% |
|
Second Photographer/Shooter
|
$753 - $921 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,276 - $6,448 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,028 - $4,924 |
4.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Francisco CA is estimated to be $3,355 - $4,101. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,355 - $4,101 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,355 - $4,101 |
3.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,757 - $3,369.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,757 - $3,369 |
3.0% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$1,986 - $2,428 |
2.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$770 - $942 |
0.9% |