For a wedding with 175 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $53,339 - $65,192. 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 $339. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,339 - $65,192.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,339 - $65,192 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in San Diego CA is $814 - $994. 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 |
$814 - $994 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$814 - $994 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $336 - $410. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$336 - $410 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,414 - $2,950, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,672 - $2,044.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,414 - $2,950 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,672 - $2,044 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$742 - $906 |
1.4% |
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 $30,389 - $37,143, which is about 57.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,389 - $37,143 |
57.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,406 - $5,385 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,492 - $10,380 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,356 - $17,546 |
26.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,136 - $3,832 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,670 - $3,264. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,670 - $3,264 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$995 - $1,217 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,022 - $1,249 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$653 - $799 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,421 - $1,737.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,421 - $1,737 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$715 - $873 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$371 - $453 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,598 - $1,953. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,598 - $1,953 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$347 - $424 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,231 - $1,505.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,231 - $1,505 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
2.3% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $8,366 - $10,226 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 175 guests spend between $3,801 - $4,645 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $2,888 - $3,530. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,366 - $10,226 |
15.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$457 - $559 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$528 - $646 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$692 - $846 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,801 - $4,645 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,888 - $3,530 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $2,594 - $3,170. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,594 - $3,170 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,594 - $3,170 |
4.9% |
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 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
2.2% |