For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $65,242 - $79,740. 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 Francisco CA is approximately $290. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,242 - $79,740.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,242 - $79,740 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chillicothe IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $281. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $248 - $303.
In Chillicothe IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,354 - $1,654. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,937 - $2,367 |
3.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,354 - $1,654 |
2.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Francisco CA is $1,184 - $1,448. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Francisco CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,184 - $1,448 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,184 - $1,448 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $425 - $519. 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 |
$425 - $519 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$157 - $191 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,906 - $3,552, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,012 - $2,460.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,906 - $3,552 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,012 - $2,460 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$894 - $1,092 |
1.4% |
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 Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $36,712 - $44,870, which is about 56.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$36,712 - $44,870 |
56.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,374 - $7,790 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,288 - $15,018 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,514 - $16,517 |
20.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,537 - $5,545 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,632 - $8,106. This accounts for roughly 10.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,632 - $8,106 |
10.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$965 - $1,179 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$437 - $535 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$708 - $866 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,603 - $1,959 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,781 - $2,177 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,759 - $2,149.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,759 - $2,149 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,033 - $1,263 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,809 - $2,211. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,809 - $2,211 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$445 - $543 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$246 - $300 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$266 - $325 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$203 - $249 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $767 - $937, which is about 1.2% 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 $465 - $569, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,560 - $5,574 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,328 - $4,068 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$767 - $937 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$465 - $569 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Francisco CA area is $356 - $436. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,482 - $1,812.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,482 - $1,812 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,482 - $1,812 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$568 - $694 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$568 - $694 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $4,911 - $6,003 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 250 guests spend between $4,576 - $5,592 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,911 - $6,003 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$336 - $410 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,576 - $5,592 |
7.0% |