For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Diego CA, the estimated total cost is around $43,704 - $53,416. 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 $388. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,704 - $53,416.
The average wedding cost in San Diego CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,704 - $53,416 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Marcos CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $342 - $418. 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 $368 - $450.
In San Marcos CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,014 - $2,462. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,883 - $3,523 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$342 - $418 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$368 - $450 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,014 - $2,462 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Diego CA is $431 - $527. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$431 - $527 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Diego CA is $288 - $352. 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 |
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,314 - $7,717, which is 14.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Diego CA area is $1,242 - $1,518.
For a live band, couples in San Diego CA typically budget around $3,401 - $4,157 which is 7.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,314 - $7,717 |
14.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$551 - $673 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,401 - $4,157 |
7.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,120 - $1,368 |
2.6% |
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 $18,466 - $22,570, which is about 42.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,466 - $22,570 |
42.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,372 - $2,899 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,572 - $5,588 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,835 - $12,021 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,688 - $2,063 |
3.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,718 - $3,322. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,718 - $3,322 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$558 - $682 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$727 - $889 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$542 - $662 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $424 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $931 - $1,137.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$931 - $1,137 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$384 - $470 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $740 - $904. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$740 - $904 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,130 - $1,382, 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 $686 - $838, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,816 - $2,220 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,130 - $1,382 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$686 - $838 |
1.6% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $914 - $1,118.
| Other Events Cost |
$914 - $1,118 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$914 - $1,118 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$511 - $625 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$511 - $625 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in San Diego CA spend between $5,445 - $6,655 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Diego CA with 125 guests spend between $2,823 - $3,451 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Diego CA is $2,146 - $2,622. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,445 - $6,655 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$476 - $582 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,823 - $3,451 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,146 - $2,622 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Diego CA is estimated to be $1,927 - $2,355. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,927 - $2,355 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,927 - $2,355 |
4.4% |