For a wedding with 175 guests in the San Marcos CA, the estimated total cost is around $50,942 - $62,262. 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 Marcos CA is approximately $323. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,942 - $62,262.
The average wedding cost in San Marcos CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,942 - $62,262 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Marcos CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $407 - $497. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $438 - $536.
In San Marcos CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,424 - $2,962. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,452 - $4,220 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$407 - $497 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$438 - $536 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,424 - $2,962 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in San Marcos CA is $717 - $877. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Marcos CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$717 - $877 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$717 - $877 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Marcos CA is $331 - $405. 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 |
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,014 - $2,462, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Marcos CA area is $1,396 - $1,706.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,014 - $2,462 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,396 - $1,706 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$618 - $756 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in San Marcos CA, you should budget approximately $21,565 - $26,357, which is about 42.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,565 - $26,357 |
42.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,649 - $4,459 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,084 - $8,658 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,260 - $10,096 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,572 - $3,144 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,457 - $5,447. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,457 - $5,447 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$778 - $950 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$348 - $426 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,054 - $1,288 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$673 - $823 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,239 - $1,515.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,239 - $1,515 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$589 - $719 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,154 - $1,410. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,207 - $1,475, which is about 2.4% 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 $727 - $889, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,208 - $8,810 |
14.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,274 - $6,446 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$727 - $889 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Marcos CA area is $320 - $392. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,013 - $1,239.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$512 - $626 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in San Marcos CA spend between $3,698 - $4,520 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Marcos CA with 175 guests spend between $3,226 - $3,942 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,698 - $4,520 |
7.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$473 - $578 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,226 - $3,942 |
6.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Marcos CA is estimated to be $2,135 - $2,609. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,135 - $2,609 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,135 - $2,609 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,125 - $1,375.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,125 - $1,375 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
2.2% |