For a wedding with 38 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $27,508 - $33,620. 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 $804. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,508 - $33,620.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,508 - $33,620 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Sunnyvale CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $393 - $481. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $423 - $517.
In Sunnyvale CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,316 - $2,830. This represents about 8.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,314 - $4,050 |
12.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$393 - $481 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$182 - $222 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$423 - $517 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,316 - $2,830 |
8.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in San Francisco CA is $98 - $120. 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 $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $320 - $392. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $392 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,994 - $2,437, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $1,381 - $1,687.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,994 - $2,437 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,381 - $1,687 |
5.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$613 - $749 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $5,761 - $7,041, which is about 20.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,761 - $7,041 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$530 - $648 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,022 - $1,249 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,832 - $4,684 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$377 - $461 |
1.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,975 - $2,413. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,975 - $2,413 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$621 - $759 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$282 - $344 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$808 - $988 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $529 - $647.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$529 - $647 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$171 - $209 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$230 - $282 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $159 - $195. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$159 - $195 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,300 - $1,588, which is about 4.7% 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 $788 - $964, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,730 - $9,448 |
28.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,642 - $6,896 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,300 - $1,588 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$788 - $964 |
2.9% |
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 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,017 - $1,243.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,017 - $1,243 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
3.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$568 - $694 |
2.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$568 - $694 |
2.1% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $3,686 - $4,506 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 38 guests spend between $3,139 - $3,837 on wedding photography, which is about 11.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,686 - $4,506 |
13.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$547 - $669 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,139 - $3,837 |
11.4% |