For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $61,342 - $74,974. 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 $545. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,342 - $74,974.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,342 - $74,974 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 $802 - $980. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $863 - $1,055.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,723 - $5,773. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,759 - $8,261 |
11.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$802 - $980 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$371 - $453 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$863 - $1,055 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,723 - $5,773 |
7.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $563 - $689. 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 |
$563 - $689 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$563 - $689 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $149 - $183. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,507 - $3,065, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,737 - $2,123.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,507 - $3,065 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,737 - $2,123 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$770 - $942 |
1.3% |
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 $19,829 - $24,235, which is about 32.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,829 - $24,235 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,072 - $3,754 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,922 - $7,238 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,648 - $10,570 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
3.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,285 - $2,793. This accounts for roughly 3.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,285 - $2,793 |
3.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$725 - $887 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$330 - $404 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$707 - $865 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$522 - $638 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $498 - $608.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$498 - $608 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$498 - $608 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $833 - $1,018. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$833 - $1,018 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$172 - $210 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,583 - $3,157, which is about 4.2% 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 $1,567 - $1,915, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,362 - $18,776 |
25.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$11,212 - $13,704 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,583 - $3,157 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,567 - $1,915 |
2.6% |
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 $1,279 - $1,563.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,279 - $1,563 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,279 - $1,563 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $4,870 - $5,952 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $3,949 - $4,827 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,870 - $5,952 |
7.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$363 - $443 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$558 - $682 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,949 - $4,827 |
6.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Diego CA is estimated to be $5,576 - $6,816. This service accounts for 9.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,576 - $6,816 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,576 - $6,816 |
9.1% |