For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $34,884 - $42,636. 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 $310. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,884 - $42,636.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,884 - $42,636 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In La Mesa CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $323 - $395. 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 $348 - $426.
In La Mesa CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,903 - $2,325. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,723 - $3,329 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$323 - $395 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$348 - $426 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,903 - $2,325 |
5.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,247 - $2,747, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,557 - $1,903.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,247 - $2,747 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,557 - $1,903 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$690 - $844 |
2.0% |
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 $18,796 - $22,972, which is about 53.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,796 - $22,972 |
53.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,817 - $3,443 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,431 - $6,637 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,543 - $10,441 |
24.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
5.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,047 - $2,501. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,047 - $2,501 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$660 - $806 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$663 - $811 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$424 - $518 |
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 $457 - $559.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$457 - $559 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$457 - $559 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $650 - $794. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$650 - $794 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,073 - $1,311, which is about 3.1% 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 $652 - $796, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,724 - $2,108 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,073 - $1,311 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$652 - $796 |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $5,408 - $6,610 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $4,443 - $5,431 on wedding photography, which is about 12.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,408 - $6,610 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$437 - $534 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$528 - $646 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,443 - $5,431 |
12.7% |