For a wedding with 38 guests in the El Cajon CA, the estimated total cost is around $24,370 - $29,786. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in El Cajon CA is approximately $713. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,370 - $29,786.
The average wedding cost in El Cajon CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,370 - $29,786 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In El Cajon CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $229 - $279. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $255 - $311.
In El Cajon CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,398 - $1,708. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,974 - $2,412 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$229 - $279 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$255 - $311 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,398 - $1,708 |
5.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in El Cajon CA is $131 - $160. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the El Cajon CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $160 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in El Cajon CA is $284 - $348. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$284 - $348 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,731 - $2,115, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the El Cajon CA area is $1,165 - $1,423.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,731 - $2,115 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,165 - $1,423 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$566 - $692 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in El Cajon CA, you should budget approximately $5,533 - $6,763, which is about 22.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,533 - $6,763 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$585 - $715 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,135 - $1,387 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,373 - $4,123 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$440 - $538 |
1.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,824 - $2,230. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,824 - $2,230 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$544 - $664 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$702 - $858 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$145 - $177 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$103 - $125 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $461 - $563.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$461 - $563 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$193 - $235 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $276 - $338. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$276 - $338 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $771 - $943, which is about 3.2% 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 $464 - $568, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,634 - $5,664 |
19.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,398 - $4,154 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$771 - $943 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$464 - $568 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the El Cajon CA area is $297 - $363. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$297 - $363 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$297 - $363 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $932 - $1,140.
| Other Events Cost |
$932 - $1,140 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$932 - $1,140 |
3.8% |
On average, couples in El Cajon CA spend between $3,569 - $4,363 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in El Cajon CA with 38 guests spend between $2,913 - $3,561 on wedding photography, which is about 12.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,569 - $4,363 |
14.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$310 - $378 |
1.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $424 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,913 - $3,561 |
12.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in El Cajon CA is estimated to be $2,183 - $2,669. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,183 - $2,669 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,183 - $2,669 |
9.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $540 - $660.
| Transportation Cost |
$540 - $660 |
2.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$540 - $660 |
2.2% |