For a wedding with 38 guests in the Alameda, CA, the estimated total cost is around $32,617 - $39,865. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Alameda, CA is approximately $954. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,617 - $39,865.
The average wedding cost in Alameda, CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,617 - $39,865 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $606 - $740. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $674 - $824.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,706 - $4,530. This represents about 11.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,234 - $6,397 |
16.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$606 - $740 |
1.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$248 - $303 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$674 - $824 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,706 - $4,530 |
11.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Alameda, CA is $127 - $155. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Alameda, CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Alameda, CA is $346 - $422. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$346 - $422 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,995 - $2,439, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Alameda, CA area is $1,343 - $1,641.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,995 - $2,439 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,343 - $1,641 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$653 - $798 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Alameda, CA, you should budget approximately $5,361 - $6,553, which is about 16.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,361 - $6,553 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$555 - $679 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,078 - $1,318 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,309 - $4,045 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$419 - $512 |
1.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,190 - $2,676. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,190 - $2,676 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$698 - $854 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$303 - $371 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$836 - $1,022 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $565 - $691.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$565 - $691 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $233 - $285. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$233 - $285 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$15 - $19 |
0.0% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,768 - $2,160, which is about 5.4% 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 $1,064 - $1,300, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,828 - $4,678 |
11.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$447 - $547 |
1.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$549 - $671 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,768 - $2,160 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
3.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Alameda, CA area is $316 - $386. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$316 - $386 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$316 - $386 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,076 - $1,315.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,076 - $1,315 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
3.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$556 - $680 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Alameda, CA spend between $8,275 - $10,113 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Alameda, CA with 38 guests spend between $4,202 - $5,136 on wedding photography, which is about 12.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Alameda, CA is $3,593 - $4,391. This makes up a portion of your (11.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,275 - $10,113 |
25.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$480 - $586 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,202 - $5,136 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,593 - $4,391 |
11.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Alameda, CA is estimated to be $2,516 - $3,076. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,516 - $3,076 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,516 - $3,076 |
7.7% |