For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $40,367 - $49,337. 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 $359. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,367 - $49,337.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,367 - $49,337 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $326 - $398. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $424.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,956 - $2,390. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,773 - $3,389 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$326 - $398 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $424 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,956 - $2,390 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Francisco CA is $497 - $607. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$497 - $607 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$497 - $607 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $346 - $422. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$346 - $422 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,560 - $4,352, which is 8.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $1,526 - $1,866.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,560 - $4,352 |
8.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,526 - $1,866 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$667 - $815 |
1.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
3.4% |
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 Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $21,171 - $25,875, which is about 52.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,171 - $25,875 |
52.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,531 - $3,093 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,925 - $6,019 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,929 - $14,579 |
29.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,787 - $2,184 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,805 - $2,207. This accounts for roughly 4.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,805 - $2,207 |
4.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$791 - $967 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$622 - $760 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$392 - $480 |
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 $410 - $501.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$410 - $501 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$410 - $501 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $449 - $549. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$449 - $549 |
1.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,086 - $1,328, which is about 2.7% 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 $646 - $790, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,733 - $2,118 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,086 - $1,328 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$646 - $790 |
1.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,144 - $1,398.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,144 - $1,398 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$536 - $656 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $3,497 - $4,275 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 125 guests spend between $3,497 - $4,275 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,497 - $4,275 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,497 - $4,275 |
8.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Francisco CA is estimated to be $2,446 - $2,990. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,446 - $2,990 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,446 - $2,990 |
6.1% |