For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $58,294 - $71,248. 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 $259. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,294 - $71,248.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,294 - $71,248 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 $262 - $320. 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 $283 - $345.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,543 - $1,885. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,209 - $2,699 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$283 - $345 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,543 - $1,885 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Diego CA is $1,166 - $1,425. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,166 - $1,425 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,166 - $1,425 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $322 - $394. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,007 - $2,453, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,391 - $1,700.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,007 - $2,453 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,391 - $1,700 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$617 - $754 |
1.1% |
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 Diego CA, you should budget approximately $32,150 - $39,294, which is about 55.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,150 - $39,294 |
55.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,992 - $7,324 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,552 - $14,119 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,341 - $12,639 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,265 - $5,213 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,326 - $6,510. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,326 - $6,510 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$740 - $904 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$337 - $411 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$935 - $1,143 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$917 - $1,121 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,463 - $1,788 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$935 - $1,143 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,900 - $2,322.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,900 - $2,322 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$972 - $1,188 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$632 - $772 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,385 - $2,915. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,385 - $2,915 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$396 - $484 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$590 - $721 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$351 - $429 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$268 - $328 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $881 - $1,077, which is about 1.5% 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 $535 - $653, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,416 - $1,730 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$881 - $1,077 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$535 - $653 |
0.9% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,024 - $1,252.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $7,558 - $9,238 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 250 guests spend between $4,065 - $4,969 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $3,090 - $3,776. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,558 - $9,238 |
13.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$403 - $493 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,065 - $4,969 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,090 - $3,776 |
5.3% |