For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $40,181 - $49,110. 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 $357. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,181 - $49,110.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,181 - $49,110 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $314. 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 $286 - $350.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,573 - $1,923. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,221 - $2,715 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$286 - $350 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,573 - $1,923 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $449 - $549. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$449 - $549 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$449 - $549 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $215 - $263. 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 |
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,924 - $6,018, which is 12.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in San Diego CA typically budget around $4,924 - $6,018 which is 12.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,924 - $6,018 |
12.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,924 - $6,018 |
12.3% |
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 Diego CA, you should budget approximately $18,439 - $22,537, which is about 45.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,439 - $22,537 |
45.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,563 - $3,133 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,977 - $6,083 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,285 - $11,349 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,614 - $1,972 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,286 - $2,794. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,286 - $2,794 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$510 - $624 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$377 - $461 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$677 - $827 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$500 - $612 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $915 - $1,119.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$915 - $1,119 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $181 - $221. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $884 - $1,080, which is about 2.2% 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 HIM) is estimated at $532 - $650, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,416 - $1,730 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$884 - $1,080 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$532 - $650 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $945 - $1,155.
| Other Events Cost |
$945 - $1,155 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$945 - $1,155 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $5,140 - $6,282 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $2,771 - $3,387 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $2,369 - $2,895. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,140 - $6,282 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,771 - $3,387 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,369 - $2,895 |
5.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $2,213 - $2,705. This service accounts for 5.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,213 - $2,705 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,213 - $2,705 |
5.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $836 - $1,022.
| Transportation Cost |
$836 - $1,022 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$836 - $1,022 |
2.1% |