For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $64,202 - $78,469. 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 $571. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $64,202 - $78,469.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $64,202 - $78,469 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $1,242 - $1,518.
In Palo Alto CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $6,831 - $8,349. This represents about 10.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$8,073 - $9,867 |
12.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$6,831 - $8,349 |
10.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Francisco CA is $594 - $726. 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 |
$594 - $726 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$594 - $726 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $431 - $527. 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 |
$431 - $527 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$186 - $228 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$158 - $194 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,228 - $3,946, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,231 - $2,727.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,228 - $3,946 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,231 - $2,727 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$997 - $1,219 |
1.6% |
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 $19,027 - $23,255, which is about 29.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,027 - $23,255 |
29.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,098 - $7,453 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,725 - $13,109 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,204 - $2,694 |
3.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,445 - $6,655. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,445 - $6,655 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$965 - $1,179 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$443 - $541 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,145 - $1,399 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,530 - $1,870 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$536 - $656 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,103 - $1,349.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,103 - $1,349 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$337 - $411 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$523 - $639 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,444 - $2,987. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,444 - $2,987 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$420 - $514 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$660 - $806 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$372 - $454 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$288 - $352 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $3,464 - $4,234, which is about 5.4% 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 $2,184 - $2,670, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,648 - $6,904 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$3,464 - $4,234 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$2,184 - $2,670 |
3.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,652 - $2,020.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,652 - $2,020 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,652 - $2,020 |
2.6% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $13,273 - $16,223 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 125 guests spend between $6,762 - $8,264 on wedding photography, which is about 10.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Francisco CA is $5,163 - $6,311. This makes up a portion of your (8.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$13,273 - $16,223 |
20.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$717 - $877 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$631 - $771 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$6,762 - $8,264 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$5,163 - $6,311 |
8.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Francisco CA is estimated to be $3,282 - $4,012. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,282 - $4,012 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,282 - $4,012 |
5.1% |