For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $35,305 - $43,151. 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 $314. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,305 - $43,151.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,305 - $43,151 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,914 - $3,562. This represents about 8.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,144 - $3,842 |
8.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,914 - $3,562 |
8.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $548 - $670. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$548 - $670 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$548 - $670 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,534 - $1,874, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,534 - $1,874.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,534 - $1,874 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,534 - $1,874 |
4.3% |
Event Venue
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 $17,837 - $21,801, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,837 - $21,801 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,784 - $3,402 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,367 - $6,559 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,705 - $9,417 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,982 - $2,422 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,611 - $3,191. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,611 - $3,191 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$751 - $917 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$979 - $1,197 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $152 - $186.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $572 - $700. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$572 - $700 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,489 - $1,819, 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 $904 - $1,104, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,392 - $2,924 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,489 - $1,819 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,129 - $1,379.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,129 - $1,379 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,129 - $1,379 |
3.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $4,875 - $5,959 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $4,389 - $5,365 on wedding photography, which is about 12.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,875 - $5,959 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$486 - $594 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,389 - $5,365 |
12.4% |