For a wedding with 175 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $67,911 - $83,003. 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 $431. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,911 - $83,003.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,911 - $83,003 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 $410 - $501. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $442 - $540.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,416 - $2,952. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,457 - $4,225 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$410 - $501 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$442 - $540 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,416 - $2,952 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in San Diego CA is $833 - $1,018. 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 |
$833 - $1,018 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$833 - $1,018 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $353 - $431. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$353 - $431 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,130 - $5,048, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,761 - $2,153.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,130 - $5,048 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,761 - $2,153 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$781 - $955 |
1.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,588 - $1,940 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in San Diego CA, you should budget approximately $27,489 - $33,597, which is about 40.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,489 - $33,597 |
40.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,583 - $5,601 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,834 - $10,798 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,810 - $13,212 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,262 - $3,986 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,369 - $5,339. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,369 - $5,339 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$736 - $900 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$335 - $409 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$561 - $685 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$668 - $816 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $743 - $909.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$743 - $909 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$743 - $909 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $949 - $1,159. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$949 - $1,159 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$353 - $431 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$157 - $191 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,382 - $1,689, which is about 2.0% 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 $838 - $1,024, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,230 - $11,281 |
13.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$308 - $376 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,998 - $7,330 |
8.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$394 - $482 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,382 - $1,689 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.2% |
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 $1,297 - $1,585.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,297 - $1,585 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,297 - $1,585 |
1.9% |
| 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 $10,313 - $12,605 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 175 guests spend between $4,908 - $5,998 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $3,730 - $4,558. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,313 - $12,605 |
15.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$455 - $557 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$528 - $646 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$692 - $846 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,908 - $5,998 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,730 - $4,558 |
5.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $2,733 - $3,341. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,733 - $3,341 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,733 - $3,341 |
4.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,185 - $1,449.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,185 - $1,449 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
1.7% |