For a wedding with 15 guests in the San Marcos CA, the estimated total cost is around $21,026 - $25,698. 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 Marcos CA is approximately $1,557. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,026 - $25,698.
The average wedding cost in San Marcos CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,026 - $25,698 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 $260 - $318. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $276 - $338.
In San Marcos CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,560 - $1,906. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,212 - $2,704 |
10.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$116 - $142 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$276 - $338 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,560 - $1,906 |
7.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in San Marcos CA is $53 - $65. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Marcos CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Marcos CA is $303 - $371. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$303 - $371 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $587 - $717, which is 2.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$587 - $717 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$587 - $717 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in San Marcos CA, you should budget approximately $2,465 - $3,013, which is about 11.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$2,465 - $3,013 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$531 - $649 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,742 - $2,129 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$193 - $235 |
0.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,892 - $2,312. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,892 - $2,312 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$646 - $790 |
3.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$287 - $351 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$810 - $990 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$67 - $81 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $69 - $85.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $57 - $69. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$57 - $69 |
0.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$6 - $8 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $924 - $1,130, which is about 4.4% 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 $550 - $672, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,182 - $7,556 |
29.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$201 - $245 |
1.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$189 - $231 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,069 - $4,973 |
19.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$249 - $305 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$924 - $1,130 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$550 - $672 |
2.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Marcos CA area is $311 - $381. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$311 - $381 |
1.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$311 - $381 |
1.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,006 - $1,230.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
4.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
4.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$500 - $612 |
2.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$500 - $612 |
2.4% |
On average, couples in San Marcos CA spend between $5,387 - $6,585 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Marcos CA with 15 guests spend between $3,916 - $4,786 on wedding photography, which is about 18.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,387 - $6,585 |
25.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$412 - $504 |
2.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$384 - $470 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$675 - $825 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,916 - $4,786 |
18.6% |