For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $41,034 - $50,152. 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 $365. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,034 - $50,152.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,034 - $50,152 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 $275 - $337. 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 $297 - $363.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,622 - $1,982. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,322 - $2,838 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $337 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$297 - $363 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,622 - $1,982 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $491 - $601. 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 |
$491 - $601 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$491 - $601 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $320 - $391. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $391 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,618 - $3,200, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,377 - $1,683.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,618 - $3,200 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,377 - $1,683 |
3.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
3.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in San Diego CA, you should budget approximately $19,160 - $23,418, which is about 46.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,160 - $23,418 |
46.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,562 - $3,132 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,939 - $6,037 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,835 - $12,021 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,823 - $2,229 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,246 - $3,968. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,246 - $3,968 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$682 - $834 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $380 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$385 - $471 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$857 - $1,047 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$617 - $755 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$394 - $482 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $677 - $827.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$677 - $827 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$416 - $508 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$261 - $319 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $703 - $859. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$703 - $859 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $938 - $1,146, which is about 2.3% 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 $569 - $695, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,578 - $6,818 |
13.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,072 - $4,976 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$938 - $1,146 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$569 - $695 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,013 - $1,239.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $4,073 - $4,979 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $3,129 - $3,825 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,073 - $4,979 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$416 - $508 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$528 - $646 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,129 - $3,825 |
7.6% |