For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $33,376 - $40,792. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $976. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,376 - $40,792.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,376 - $40,792 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 $574 - $702. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $620 - $758.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,387 - $4,139. This represents about 10.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,847 - $5,925 |
14.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$574 - $702 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$620 - $758 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,387 - $4,139 |
10.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in San Francisco CA is $124 - $152. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $378 - $462. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$378 - $462 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$162 - $198 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,351 - $2,873, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $1,628 - $1,990.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,351 - $2,873 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,628 - $1,990 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$723 - $883 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $6,040 - $7,382, which is about 18.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,040 - $7,382 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$607 - $741 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,169 - $1,429 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,832 - $4,684 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$432 - $528 |
1.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,679 - $3,275. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,679 - $3,275 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$873 - $1,067 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$396 - $484 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,071 - $1,309 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$156 - $190 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $563 - $689.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$563 - $689 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $205 - $251. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,648 - $2,014, which is about 4.9% 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 $1,000 - $1,222, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,804 - $11,982 |
29.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,156 - $8,746 |
21.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
3.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Francisco CA area is $356 - $436. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$356 - $436 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,200 - $1,466.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,200 - $1,466 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,200 - $1,466 |
3.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$568 - $694 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$568 - $694 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $4,260 - $5,206 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 38 guests spend between $3,702 - $4,524 on wedding photography, which is about 11.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,260 - $5,206 |
12.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$558 - $682 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,702 - $4,524 |
11.1% |