For a wedding with 75 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $35,824 - $43,784. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $531. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,824 - $43,784.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,824 - $43,784 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $1,131 - $1,383.
In Palo Alto CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $6,227 - $7,611. This represents about 17.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,358 - $8,994 |
20.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$6,227 - $7,611 |
17.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Palo Alto CA is $261 - $319. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Palo Alto CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,453 - $1,775, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Palo Alto CA area is $1,004 - $1,228.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,453 - $1,775 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$448 - $548 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Palo Alto CA, you should budget approximately $9,788 - $11,964, which is about 27.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,788 - $11,964 |
27.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,451 - $1,773 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,775 - $3,391 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,559 - $5,573 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
2.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,659 - $3,249. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,659 - $3,249 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$438 - $536 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$567 - $693 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$440 - $538 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,235 - $2,731. This is approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,235 - $2,731 |
6.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$388 - $474 |
1.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$608 - $744 |
1.7% |
|
Postage
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$343 - $419 |
1.0% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $3,211 - $3,925, which is about 9.0% 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 $2,025 - $2,475, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,236 - $6,400 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$3,211 - $3,925 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$2,025 - $2,475 |
5.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $744 - $910.
| Other Events Cost |
$744 - $910 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$744 - $910 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Palo Alto CA spend between $5,198 - $6,353 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Palo Alto CA with 75 guests spend between $2,324 - $2,840 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Palo Alto CA is $1,774 - $2,168. This makes up a portion of your (5.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,198 - $6,353 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$691 - $845 |
1.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,324 - $2,840 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
5.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $892 - $1,090.
| Transportation Cost |
$892 - $1,090 |
2.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$499 - $609 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$393 - $481 |
1.1% |