For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $54,684 - $66,836. 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 $243. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,684 - $66,836.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,684 - $66,836 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Sacramento CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $302 - $370. 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 $326 - $398.
In Sacramento CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,783 - $2,179. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,552 - $3,119 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$302 - $370 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$326 - $398 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,783 - $2,179 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Diego CA is $1,234 - $1,508. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,234 - $1,508 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,234 - $1,508 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $339 - $415. 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 |
$339 - $415 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,452 - $2,996, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,698 - $2,076.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,452 - $2,996 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,698 - $2,076 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$753 - $921 |
1.4% |
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 Diego CA, you should budget approximately $24,719 - $30,213, which is about 45.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,719 - $30,213 |
45.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,863 - $8,388 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,972 - $15,854 |
23.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,885 - $5,971 |
8.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,937 - $7,257. This accounts for roughly 10.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,937 - $7,257 |
10.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$704 - $860 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$843 - $1,031 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,176 - $1,438 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,765 - $2,157 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,129 - $1,379 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,860 - $2,274.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,860 - $2,274 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,112 - $1,360 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$569 - $695 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,977 - $2,417. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,977 - $2,417 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$357 - $437 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$531 - $649 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$280 - $342 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$317 - $387 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,043 - $1,275, which is about 1.9% 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 $633 - $773, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,676 - $2,048 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$633 - $773 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Diego CA area is $320 - $392. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,251 - $1,529.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,251 - $1,529 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,251 - $1,529 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $7,220 - $8,824 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 250 guests spend between $3,861 - $4,719 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $2,935 - $3,587. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,220 - $8,824 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$424 - $518 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,861 - $4,719 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,935 - $3,587 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $2,635 - $3,221. This service accounts for 4.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,635 - $3,221 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,635 - $3,221 |
4.8% |