For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $37,211 - $45,480. 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 $331. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,211 - $45,480.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,211 - $45,480 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 $329 - $403. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $355 - $433.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,941 - $2,373. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,777 - $3,395 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$329 - $403 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,941 - $2,373 |
5.2% |
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 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
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 5.4% 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 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,381 - $1,687 |
3.7% |
|
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 41.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,253 - $18,643 |
41.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,085 - $2,549 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,019 - $4,913 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,664 - $9,368 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,484 - $1,814 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,794 - $3,414. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,794 - $3,414 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$621 - $759 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$282 - $344 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$313 - $383 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$808 - $988 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$470 - $574 |
1.3% |
|
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 $886 - $1,082.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$886 - $1,082 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$338 - $413 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $792 - $968. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$792 - $968 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,089 - $1,331, which is about 2.9% 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 $662 - $809, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,481 - $7,921 |
17.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,730 - $5,782 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,089 - $1,331 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$662 - $809 |
1.8% |
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 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
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 $3,598 - $4,398 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% 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 8.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,598 - $4,398 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$459 - $561 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,139 - $3,837 |
8.4% |