For a wedding with 175 guests in the San Luis Obispo CA, the estimated total cost is around $55,681 - $68,055. 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 Luis Obispo CA is approximately $354. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,681 - $68,055.
The average wedding cost in San Luis Obispo CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,681 - $68,055 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Luis Obispo CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $328 - $400. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $348 - $426.
In San Luis Obispo CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,967 - $2,405. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,790 - $3,410 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$348 - $426 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,967 - $2,405 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in San Luis Obispo CA is $870 - $1,064. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Luis Obispo CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$870 - $1,064 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$870 - $1,064 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Luis Obispo CA is $226 - $276. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,708 - $5,754, which is 8.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in San Luis Obispo CA typically budget around $4,047 - $4,947 which is 7.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,708 - $5,754 |
8.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$661 - $807 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,047 - $4,947 |
7.3% |
Event Venue
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 Luis Obispo CA, you should budget approximately $30,287 - $37,017, which is about 54.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,287 - $37,017 |
54.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,520 - $5,524 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,791 - $10,745 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,772 - $16,832 |
24.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,204 - $3,916 |
5.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,249 - $5,193. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,249 - $5,193 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$668 - $816 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$298 - $364 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$679 - $829 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,220 - $1,492.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,220 - $1,492 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$734 - $897 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$366 - $448 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,165 - $1,423. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,165 - $1,423 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$340 - $416 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,106 - $1,352, which is about 2.0% 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 $658 - $804, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,764 - $2,156 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$658 - $804 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,173 - $1,433.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,173 - $1,433 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Luis Obispo CA spend between $3,470 - $4,241 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Luis Obispo CA with 175 guests spend between $3,470 - $4,241 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,470 - $4,241 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,470 - $4,241 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Luis Obispo CA is estimated to be $2,521 - $3,081. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,521 - $3,081 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,521 - $3,081 |
4.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,239 - $1,515.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,239 - $1,515 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,239 - $1,515 |
2.2% |