For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $89,868 - $109,838. 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 $399. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $89,868 - $109,838.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $89,868 - $109,838 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 $559 - $683. 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 $602 - $736.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,292 - $4,024. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,712 - $5,760 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$559 - $683 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$259 - $317 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$602 - $736 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,292 - $4,024 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Francisco CA is $1,406 - $1,718. 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 $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,406 - $1,718 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,406 - $1,718 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $453 - $553. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$453 - $553 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$203 - $248 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$169 - $207 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,517 - $3,077, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,517 - $3,077.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,517 - $3,077 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,517 - $3,077 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $53,022 - $64,804, which is about 59.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,022 - $64,804 |
59.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,399 - $9,043 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$14,263 - $17,433 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$26,093 - $31,891 |
29.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$5,267 - $6,437 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,508 - $5,510. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,508 - $5,510 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,112 - $1,360 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$505 - $617 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,764 - $2,156 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,127 - $1,377 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,814 - $2,218.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,814 - $2,218 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,199 - $1,465 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$616 - $752 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,218 - $2,710. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,218 - $2,710 |
2.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$343 - $419 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$181 - $221 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$575 - $703 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$242 - $296 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$343 - $419 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$261 - $319 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,753 - $2,143, which is about 2.0% 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 $1,063 - $1,299, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,816 - $3,442 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,753 - $2,143 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,063 - $1,299 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,854 - $2,266.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,854 - $2,266 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,854 - $2,266 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$568 - $694 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$568 - $694 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $10,073 - $12,311 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 250 guests spend between $5,723 - $6,995 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Francisco CA is $4,350 - $5,316. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,073 - $12,311 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,723 - $6,995 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,350 - $5,316 |
4.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Francisco CA is estimated to be $3,907 - $4,775. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,907 - $4,775 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,907 - $4,775 |
4.3% |