For a wedding with 400 guests in the El Cajon CA, the estimated total cost is around $125,267 - $153,104. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in El Cajon CA is approximately $348. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $125,267 - $153,104.
The average wedding cost in El Cajon CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $125,267 - $153,104 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In El Cajon CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $388 - $474. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $432 - $528.
In El Cajon CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,375 - $2,903. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,353 - $4,098 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$388 - $474 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$432 - $528 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,375 - $2,903 |
1.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in El Cajon CA is $2,417 - $2,955. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the El Cajon CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,417 - $2,955 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,417 - $2,955 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in El Cajon CA is $304 - $372. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$304 - $372 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,420 - $10,291, which is 6.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the El Cajon CA area is $1,459 - $1,783.
For a live band, couples in El Cajon CA typically budget around $4,884 - $5,970 which is 3.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,420 - $10,291 |
6.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,459 - $1,783 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$709 - $867 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,884 - $5,970 |
3.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in El Cajon CA, you should budget approximately $58,091 - $71,000, which is about 46.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$58,091 - $71,000 |
46.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,693 - $14,291 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,705 - $27,751 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,891 - $18,200 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,802 - $10,758 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,099 - $9,899. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,099 - $9,899 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$619 - $757 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$284 - $347 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,664 - $2,034 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$878 - $1,074 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,691 - $3,289 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,963 - $2,399 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,448 - $4,214.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,448 - $4,214 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$210 - $256 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,108 - $2,576 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $5,566 - $6,802. This is approximately 4.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$5,566 - $6,802 |
4.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$728 - $890 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$691 - $845 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$302 - $369 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$965 - $1,179 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$461 - $563 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$743 - $909 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$683 - $835 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$494 - $604 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$499 - $609 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,258 - $1,538, which is about 1.0% 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 $756 - $924, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,532 - $10,428 |
6.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$268 - $328 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,540 - $6,772 |
4.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$391 - $477 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,258 - $1,538 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$756 - $924 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the El Cajon CA area is $297 - $363. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$297 - $363 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$297 - $363 |
0.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,168 - $1,428.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,168 - $1,428 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,168 - $1,428 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$522 - $638 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$522 - $638 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in El Cajon CA spend between $8,423 - $10,295 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in El Cajon CA with 400 guests spend between $3,425 - $4,187 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in El Cajon CA is $2,929 - $3,579. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,423 - $10,295 |
6.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$310 - $378 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$377 - $461 |
0.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$482 - $590 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$325 - $397 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$575 - $703 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,425 - $4,187 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,929 - $3,579 |
2.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in El Cajon CA is estimated to be $2,736 - $3,344. This service accounts for 2.2% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in El Cajon CA is estimated to be $4,721 - $5,771. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$10,881 - $13,299 |
8.7% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$3,424 - $4,184 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,736 - $3,344 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,721 - $5,771 |
3.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,747 - $7,024.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,747 - $7,024 |
4.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$540 - $660 |
0.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$5,207 - $6,364 |
4.2% |