For a wedding with 75 guests in the San Diego, the estimated total cost is around $30,920 - $37,792. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Diego is approximately $458. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,920 - $37,792.
The average wedding cost in San Diego is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,920 - $37,792 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $322 - $394.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,787 - $2,184. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,544 - $3,110 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$322 - $394 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,787 - $2,184 |
5.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in San Diego is $261 - $319. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Diego area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego is $300 - $366. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$300 - $366 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,940 - $2,371, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego area is $1,345 - $1,643.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,940 - $2,371 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,345 - $1,643 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$595 - $727 |
1.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in San Diego, you should budget approximately $10,252 - $12,530, which is about 33.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,252 - $12,530 |
33.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,320 - $1,614 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,564 - $3,134 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,437 - $6,645 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$931 - $1,137 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,570 - $3,142. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,570 - $3,142 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$679 - $829 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$303 - $371 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$869 - $1,063 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$330 - $404 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$211 - $257 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $642 - $784.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$642 - $784 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$213 - $261 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $430 - $526. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$430 - $526 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $950 - $1,162, which is about 3.1% 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 $573 - $701, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,677 - $6,939 |
18.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,154 - $5,077 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$950 - $1,162 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$573 - $701 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Diego area is $320 - $392. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$320 - $392 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $976 - $1,192.
| Other Events Cost |
$976 - $1,192 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$976 - $1,192 |
3.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$512 - $626 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Diego spend between $4,496 - $5,496 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego with 75 guests spend between $4,055 - $4,957 on wedding photography, which is about 13.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,496 - $5,496 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$441 - $539 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,055 - $4,957 |
13.1% |