For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Francisco CA, the estimated total cost is around $80,467 - $98,349. 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 $715. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,467 - $98,349.
The average wedding cost in San Francisco CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,467 - $98,349 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 $740 - $904. 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 $798 - $976.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,362 - $5,332. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,243 - $7,631 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$740 - $904 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$798 - $976 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,362 - $5,332 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Francisco CA is $551 - $673. 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 |
$551 - $673 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$551 - $673 |
0.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Francisco CA is $429 - $525. 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 |
$429 - $525 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$190 - $232 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$158 - $194 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $10,976 - $13,415, which is 13.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Francisco CA area is $2,158 - $2,638.
For a live band, couples in San Francisco CA typically budget around $5,911 - $7,225 which is 7.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$10,976 - $13,415 |
13.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,158 - $2,638 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$959 - $1,172 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,911 - $7,225 |
7.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,948 - $2,380 |
2.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in San Francisco CA, you should budget approximately $25,963 - $31,733, which is about 32.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,963 - $31,733 |
32.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,875 - $3,513 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,542 - $6,774 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,500 - $18,944 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,047 - $2,501 |
2.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,299 - $5,255. This accounts for roughly 5.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,299 - $5,255 |
5.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$994 - $1,214 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$451 - $551 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$382 - $466 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,340 - $1,638 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$691 - $845 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$442 - $540 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,132 - $1,384.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,132 - $1,384 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$174 - $212 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$466 - $570 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$257 - $315 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $932 - $1,139. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$932 - $1,139 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,284 - $2,792, which is about 2.8% 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 $1,386 - $1,694, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,587 - $16,607 |
16.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,917 - $12,121 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,284 - $2,792 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,386 - $1,694 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,590 - $1,944.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,590 - $1,944 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,590 - $1,944 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$568 - $694 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$568 - $694 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in San Francisco CA spend between $9,784 - $11,958 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Francisco CA with 125 guests spend between $4,909 - $5,999 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Francisco CA is $3,731 - $4,560. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,784 - $11,958 |
12.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$558 - $682 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$587 - $717 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,909 - $5,999 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,731 - $4,560 |
4.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Francisco CA is estimated to be $3,351 - $4,095. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,351 - $4,095 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,351 - $4,095 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $706 - $862.
| Transportation Cost |
$706 - $862 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$706 - $862 |
0.9% |