For a wedding with 400 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $172,836 - $211,244. 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 $480. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $172,836 - $211,244.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $172,836 - $211,244 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Burlingame CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $980 - $1,198. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $1,012 - $1,236.
In Burlingame CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,567 - $6,805. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$8,017 - $9,799 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$980 - $1,198 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$458 - $560 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,567 - $6,805 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in San Francisco CA is $2,862 - $3,498. 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 $7 - $9 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,862 - $3,498 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,862 - $3,498 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $476 - $582. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$476 - $582 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$211 - $257 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$179 - $219 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$86 - $106 |
0.0% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,552 - $4,342, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,455 - $3,001.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,552 - $4,342 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,455 - $3,001 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $77,306 - $94,486, which is about 44.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$77,306 - $94,486 |
44.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$16,117 - $19,699 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$30,835 - $37,687 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$19,206 - $23,474 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$11,148 - $13,626 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $15,620 - $19,092. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$15,620 - $19,092 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,419 - $1,735 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$653 - $798 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$4,428 - $5,412 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,721 - $2,103 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,487 - $5,484 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,913 - $3,561 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $5,833 - $7,129.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$5,833 - $7,129 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$212 - $260 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$293 - $359 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,645 - $3,233 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$2,682 - $3,278 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $12,917 - $15,787. This is approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$12,917 - $15,787 |
7.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$1,625 - $1,987 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$752 - $920 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$2,555 - $3,123 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
0.7% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$1,581 - $1,933 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$1,442 - $1,762 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$1,113 - $1,361 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
0.7% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,812 - $3,436, which is about 1.6% 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 $1,774 - $2,168, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$19,100 - $23,344 |
11.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$647 - $791 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$644 - $788 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$12,403 - $15,159 |
7.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$820 - $1,002 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,812 - $3,436 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$372 - $454 |
0.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,818 - $2,222.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,818 - $2,222 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,818 - $2,222 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$587 - $717 |
0.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$587 - $717 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $11,491 - $14,045 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 400 guests spend between $5,678 - $6,940 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Francisco CA is $4,336 - $5,300. This makes up a portion of your (2.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,491 - $14,045 |
6.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$626 - $765 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$851 - $1,041 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,678 - $6,940 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,336 - $5,300 |
2.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Francisco CA is estimated to be $7,986 - $9,760. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,986 - $9,760 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$7,986 - $9,760 |
4.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,899 - $5,987.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,899 - $5,987 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,899 - $5,987 |
2.8% |