For a wedding with 175 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $72,630 - $88,770. 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 $461. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $72,630 - $88,770.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $72,630 - $88,770 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 $735 - $899. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $792 - $968.
In San Diego CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,331 - $5,293. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,198 - $7,576 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$735 - $899 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$792 - $968 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,331 - $5,293 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in San Diego CA is $850 - $1,038. 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 |
$850 - $1,038 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,433 - $2,973, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,686 - $2,060.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,433 - $2,973 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$747 - $913 |
1.0% |
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 Diego CA, you should budget approximately $30,245 - $36,967, which is about 41.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,245 - $36,967 |
41.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,432 - $5,416 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,544 - $10,442 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,116 - $17,252 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,155 - $3,856 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,535 - $5,543. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,535 - $5,543 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$779 - $953 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$355 - $433 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$602 - $736 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,067 - $1,304 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$682 - $834 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,518 - $1,856.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,518 - $1,856 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $205 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$226 - $276 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$718 - $878 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$407 - $497 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,472 - $1,799. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,472 - $1,799 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$380 - $464 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,213 - $2,705, which is about 3.0% 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 $1,344 - $1,642, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,166 - $16,092 |
18.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,609 - $11,745 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,213 - $2,705 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,344 - $1,642 |
1.9% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,241 - $1,517.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,241 - $1,517 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $4,730 - $5,782 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 175 guests spend between $3,831 - $4,683 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,730 - $5,782 |
6.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$363 - $443 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$536 - $656 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,831 - $4,683 |
5.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Diego CA is estimated to be $5,410 - $6,612. This service accounts for 7.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,410 - $6,612 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,410 - $6,612 |
7.4% |