For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $54,409 - $66,499. 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 Francisco CA is approximately $242. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,409 - $66,499.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,409 - $66,499 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 $342 - $418. 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 $382 - $466.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,093 - $2,559. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,957 - $3,615 |
5.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$342 - $418 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,093 - $2,559 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Francisco CA is $1,051 - $1,285. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $350 - $428. 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 |
$350 - $428 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,012 - $2,459, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $1,354 - $1,654.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,012 - $2,459 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,354 - $1,654 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$658 - $804 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $27,866 - $34,058, which is about 51.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,866 - $34,058 |
51.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,845 - $5,921 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,410 - $11,502 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,963 - $12,177 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,648 - $4,458 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,624 - $5,652. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,624 - $5,652 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$715 - $873 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $380 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$739 - $903 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$854 - $1,044 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$833 - $1,019 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,656 - $2,024.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,656 - $2,024 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$874 - $1,068 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$451 - $551 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,822 - $2,226. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,822 - $2,226 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$428 - $524 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,090 - $1,332, 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 $655 - $801, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,548 - $8,003 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,802 - $5,870 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,090 - $1,332 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$655 - $801 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Francisco CA area is $318 - $388. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,084 - $1,324.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,084 - $1,324 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$558 - $682 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$558 - $682 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $3,564 - $4,356 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 250 guests spend between $3,178 - $3,884 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,564 - $4,356 |
6.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$386 - $472 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,178 - $3,884 |
5.8% |