For a wedding with 75 guests in the San Carlos CA, the estimated total cost is around $56,302 - $68,814. 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 Carlos CA is approximately $834. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,302 - $68,814.
The average wedding cost in San Carlos CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,302 - $68,814 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 $302 - $370. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $338 - $413.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,850 - $2,261. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,614 - $3,194 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$302 - $370 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $413 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,850 - $2,261 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in San Carlos CA is $247 - $301. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Carlos CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Carlos CA is $340 - $416. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$340 - $416 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,631 - $10,549, which is 15.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in San Carlos CA typically budget around $6,213 - $7,593 which is 11.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,631 - $10,549 |
15.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$680 - $831 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$6,213 - $7,593 |
11.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,739 - $2,125 |
3.1% |
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 Carlos CA, you should budget approximately $13,482 - $16,478, which is about 23.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,482 - $16,478 |
23.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,840 - $3,471 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,319 - $10,167 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$862 - $1,054 |
1.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,413 - $2,949. This accounts for roughly 4.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,413 - $2,949 |
4.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$641 - $783 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$820 - $1,002 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$275 - $337 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$195 - $239 |
0.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $520 - $636.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$520 - $636 |
0.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $580 - $708. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$580 - $708 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,018 - $1,244, which is about 1.8% 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 HIM) is estimated at $613 - $749, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,908 - $8,444 |
12.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,486 - $5,482 |
8.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$316 - $386 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$613 - $749 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Carlos CA area is $318 - $388. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,120 - $1,368.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,120 - $1,368 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,120 - $1,368 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$558 - $682 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Carlos CA spend between $7,749 - $9,471 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Carlos CA with 75 guests spend between $3,283 - $4,013 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Carlos CA is $2,807 - $3,431. This makes up a portion of your (5.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,749 - $9,471 |
13.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$331 - $405 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$365 - $447 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$347 - $425 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$615 - $751 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,283 - $4,013 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,807 - $3,431 |
5.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Carlos CA is estimated to be $2,622 - $3,204. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Carlos CA is estimated to be $4,525 - $5,531. This service accounts for 8.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$10,428 - $12,746 |
18.5% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$3,281 - $4,011 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,622 - $3,204 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,525 - $5,531 |
8.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $395 - $483.
| Transportation Cost |
$395 - $483 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$395 - $483 |
0.7% |