For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $38,048 - $46,503. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $338. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,048 - $46,503.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,048 - $46,503 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $363 - $443. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $392 - $479.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,140 - $2,616. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,063 - $3,743 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$363 - $443 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$392 - $479 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,140 - $2,616 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Francisco CA is $374 - $458. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $320 - $392. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,994 - $2,437, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $1,381 - $1,687.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,994 - $2,437 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,381 - $1,687 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$613 - $749 |
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 $15,253 - $18,643, which is about 40.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,253 - $18,643 |
40.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,085 - $2,549 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,019 - $4,913 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,664 - $9,368 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,484 - $1,814 |
3.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,746 - $3,356. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,746 - $3,356 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$621 - $759 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$282 - $344 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$808 - $988 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$470 - $574 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$300 - $366 |
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 $888 - $1,086.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$888 - $1,086 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$213 - $261 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$338 - $413 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $680 - $831. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$680 - $831 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,201 - $1,467, which is about 3.2% 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 $729 - $891, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,143 - $8,731 |
18.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,214 - $6,372 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,201 - $1,467 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$729 - $891 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Francisco CA area is $356 - $436. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$356 - $436 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,017 - $1,243.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$568 - $694 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$568 - $694 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $3,645 - $4,455 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 125 guests spend between $3,139 - $3,837 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,645 - $4,455 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$506 - $618 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,139 - $3,837 |
8.3% |