For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $64,203 - $78,471. 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 $285. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $64,203 - $78,471.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $64,203 - $78,471 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $481 - $587. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $518 - $634.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,833 - $3,463. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,055 - $4,956 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$481 - $587 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$222 - $272 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$518 - $634 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,833 - $3,463 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Diego CA is $1,046 - $1,278. 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 |
$1,046 - $1,278 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $318 - $388. 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 |
$318 - $388 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,978 - $2,418, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,371 - $1,675.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,978 - $2,418 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,371 - $1,675 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$608 - $743 |
0.9% |
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 Diego CA, you should budget approximately $31,938 - $39,036, which is about 49.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,938 - $39,036 |
49.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,934 - $7,252 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,440 - $13,982 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,341 - $12,639 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,224 - $5,162 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,044 - $6,164. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,044 - $6,164 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$616 - $752 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$280 - $342 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$668 - $816 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$974 - $1,190 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,529 - $1,869 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$977 - $1,195 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,813 - $2,215.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,813 - $2,215 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$962 - $1,176 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$451 - $551 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,712 - $2,092. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,712 - $2,092 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$284 - $347 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$420 - $514 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,664 - $2,034, which is about 2.6% 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 $1,009 - $1,233, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,896 - $12,096 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,223 - $8,829 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,664 - $2,034 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Diego CA area is $320 - $392. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,009 - $1,233.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $4,564 - $5,578 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 250 guests spend between $4,019 - $4,912 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,564 - $5,578 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$545 - $667 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,019 - $4,912 |
6.3% |