For a wedding with 125 guests in the Bay Area, CA, the estimated total cost is around $58,897 - $71,985. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bay Area, CA is approximately $524. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,897 - $71,985.
The average wedding cost in Bay Area, CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,897 - $71,985 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $437 - $534. 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 $464 - $567.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,617 - $3,199. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,712 - $4,536 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$437 - $534 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$464 - $567 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,617 - $3,199 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Bay Area, CA is $532 - $650. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bay Area, CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$532 - $650 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$532 - $650 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bay Area, CA is $293 - $358. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,795 - $8,305, which is 11.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bay Area, CA area is $1,625 - $1,986.
For a live band, couples in Bay Area, CA typically budget around $4,460 - $5,452 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,795 - $8,305 |
11.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,625 - $1,986 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$710 - $868 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,460 - $5,452 |
7.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Bay Area, CA, you should budget approximately $21,606 - $26,408, which is about 36.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,606 - $26,408 |
36.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,651 - $3,240 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,157 - $6,303 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,929 - $14,579 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,870 - $2,286 |
3.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,752 - $4,586. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,752 - $4,586 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$389 - $475 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,058 - $1,294 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$666 - $814 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$420 - $514 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $957 - $1,169.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$957 - $1,169 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$428 - $524 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $745 - $911. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$745 - $911 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,357 - $1,659, 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 $808 - $988, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,138 - $9,946 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,972 - $7,300 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,357 - $1,659 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$808 - $988 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bay Area, CA area is $334 - $408. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$334 - $408 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$334 - $408 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,218 - $1,488.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,218 - $1,488 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,218 - $1,488 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$536 - $656 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$536 - $656 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Bay Area, CA spend between $4,205 - $5,139 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bay Area, CA with 125 guests spend between $3,722 - $4,549 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,205 - $5,139 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$483 - $591 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,722 - $4,549 |
6.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Bay Area, CA is estimated to be $5,320 - $6,502. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,320 - $6,502 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,320 - $6,502 |
9.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $755 - $923.
| Transportation Cost |
$755 - $923 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$755 - $923 |
1.3% |