For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $45,985 - $56,203. 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 $409. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,985 - $56,203.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,985 - $56,203 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 $355 - $433. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $382 - $466.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,089 - $2,553. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,989 - $3,653 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$355 - $433 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,089 - $2,553 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $564 - $690. 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 |
$564 - $690 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$564 - $690 |
1.2% |
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 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$339 - $415 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,508 - $3,066, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,738 - $2,124.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,508 - $3,066 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,738 - $2,124 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$770 - $942 |
1.7% |
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 $20,111 - $24,581, which is about 43.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,111 - $24,581 |
43.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,073 - $3,755 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,925 - $7,241 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,927 - $10,911 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,948 - $4,826. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,948 - $4,826 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$708 - $866 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$322 - $394 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,199 - $1,465 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$816 - $998 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$522 - $638 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $941 - $1,151.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$941 - $1,151 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$499 - $609 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $948 - $1,158. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$948 - $1,158 |
2.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$241 - $295 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,205 - $1,473, which is about 2.6% 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 $732 - $894, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,820 - $3,446 |
6.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$270 - $330 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,205 - $1,473 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$732 - $894 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,280 - $1,564.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,280 - $1,564 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,280 - $1,564 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $5,567 - $6,804 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $3,951 - $4,829 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,567 - $6,804 |
12.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$528 - $646 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$395 - $483 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$692 - $846 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,951 - $4,829 |
8.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $2,696 - $3,296. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,696 - $3,296 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,696 - $3,296 |
5.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $761 - $931.
| Transportation Cost |
$761 - $931 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$761 - $931 |
1.7% |