Events & Creative, California
Catering cost in San Diego, CA
A typical Catering figure in San Diego is about $49 per person, about 22% above the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in San Diego
$49
per person
- On the low end
- $22
- On the high end
- $104
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in San Diego. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | $49 | $22 to $104 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Glendale, CA | $49 | $22 to $104 |
| Hayward, CA | $49 | $22 to $104 |
| Torrance, CA | $49 | $22 to $104 |
| Alpharetta, GA | $49 | $22 to $104 |
| Boulder, CO | $49 | $22 to $104 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in San Diego: what does it cost?
In San Diego, CA, Catering typically costs about $49 per person, with most prices between $22 and $104.
Why is San Diego higher than the national price?
Prices in San Diego run about 22% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.