For a wedding with 400 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $122,528 - $149,756. 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 $340. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $122,528 - $149,756.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $122,528 - $149,756 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 $380 - $464. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $402 - $492.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,274 - $2,780. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,226 - $3,942 |
2.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$380 - $464 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$169 - $207 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$402 - $492 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,274 - $2,780 |
1.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in San Francisco CA is $2,412 - $2,948. 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 $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,412 - $2,948 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,412 - $2,948 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $354 - $432. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$354 - $432 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,785 - $9,515, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $1,533 - $1,873.
For a live band, couples in San Francisco CA typically budget around $4,208 - $5,144 which is 3.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,785 - $9,515 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,533 - $1,873 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$671 - $820 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,208 - $5,144 |
3.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,373 - $1,679 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $59,649 - $72,905, which is about 48.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$59,649 - $72,905 |
48.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,871 - $15,731 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$25,046 - $30,612 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,648 - $15,458 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,085 - $11,103 |
7.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,443 - $11,541. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,443 - $11,541 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$873 - $1,067 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$388 - $474 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,507 - $1,841 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,041 - $1,273 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,454 - $4,222 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,180 - $2,664 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,341 - $4,083.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,341 - $4,083 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$132 - $162 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,082 - $2,544 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$959 - $1,172 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,430 - $5,414. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,430 - $5,414 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$538 - $658 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$470 - $574 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$255 - $311 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$890 - $1,088 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$522 - $638 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$528 - $646 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$480 - $586 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$362 - $442 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$385 - $471 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,147 - $1,401, which is about 0.9% 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 $682 - $834, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,665 - $9,369 |
6.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$248 - $304 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$234 - $286 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,045 - $6,167 |
4.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$309 - $377 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,147 - $1,401 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$682 - $834 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Francisco CA area is $334 - $408. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$334 - $408 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$334 - $408 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,148 - $1,404.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,148 - $1,404 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,148 - $1,404 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$536 - $656 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$536 - $656 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $11,642 - $14,230 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 400 guests spend between $4,835 - $5,909 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Francisco CA is $3,632 - $4,439. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,642 - $14,230 |
9.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$377 - $461 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$467 - $571 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$548 - $670 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$412 - $504 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,372 - $1,676 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,835 - $5,909 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,632 - $4,439 |
3.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Francisco CA is estimated to be $5,019 - $6,135. This service accounts for 4.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,019 - $6,135 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,019 - $6,135 |
4.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,543 - $6,775.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,543 - $6,775 |
4.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$671 - $820 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,873 - $5,955 |
4.0% |