For a wedding with 175 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $50,856 - $62,158. 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 $323. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,856 - $62,158.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,856 - $62,158 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 $455 - $556. 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 $490 - $598.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,681 - $3,277. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,836 - $4,688 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$455 - $556 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$490 - $598 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,681 - $3,277 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in San Francisco CA is $866 - $1,058. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$866 - $1,058 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$866 - $1,058 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $481 - $587. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$481 - $587 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,565 - $4,357, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,469 - $3,017.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,565 - $4,357 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,469 - $3,017 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$1,096 - $1,340 |
2.2% |
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 Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $31,183 - $38,113, which is about 61.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,183 - $38,113 |
61.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,725 - $5,775 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,109 - $11,133 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,225 - $16,163 |
26.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,125 - $5,041 |
8.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,762 - $2,154. This accounts for roughly 3.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,762 - $2,154 |
3.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$695 - $849 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $766 - $936.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$766 - $936 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$766 - $936 |
1.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,392 - $1,702. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,392 - $1,702 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Francisco CA area is $356 - $436. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$356 - $436 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
0.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$568 - $694 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$568 - $694 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $6,081 - $7,433 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 175 guests spend between $5,612 - $6,860 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,081 - $7,433 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$469 - $573 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,612 - $6,860 |
11.0% |