For a wedding with 38 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $30,244 - $36,964. 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 Diego CA is approximately $884. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,244 - $36,964.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,244 - $36,964 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Alpine CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $416 - $508. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $442 - $540.
In Alpine CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,492 - $3,046. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,535 - $4,321 |
11.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$416 - $508 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $227 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$442 - $540 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,492 - $3,046 |
8.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in San Diego CA is $166 - $202. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Diego CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $317 - $387. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$317 - $387 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,405 - $2,939, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,673 - $2,045.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,405 - $2,939 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,673 - $2,045 |
5.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$732 - $894 |
2.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in San Diego CA, you should budget approximately $7,688 - $9,396, which is about 25.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,688 - $9,396 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$867 - $1,059 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,688 - $2,063 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,522 - $5,526 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$612 - $748 |
2.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,431 - $2,971. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,431 - $2,971 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$694 - $848 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$308 - $376 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$985 - $1,203 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $502 - $614.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$502 - $614 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$140 - $172 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $229 - $279. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,418 - $1,733, which is about 4.7% 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 $844 - $1,032, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,262 - $2,764 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,418 - $1,733 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$844 - $1,032 |
2.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Diego CA area is $311 - $381. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$311 - $381 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,256 - $1,535.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,256 - $1,535 |
4.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
4.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$500 - $612 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $8,643 - $10,563 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 28.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 38 guests spend between $4,676 - $5,715 on wedding photography, which is about 15.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $3,511 - $4,291. This makes up a portion of your (11.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,643 - $10,563 |
28.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$456 - $558 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,676 - $5,715 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,511 - $4,291 |
11.6% |