For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $59,635 - $72,887. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $265. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,635 - $72,887.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,635 - $72,887 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 $565 - $691. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $583 - $713.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,213 - $3,927. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,626 - $5,654 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$565 - $691 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$265 - $323 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$583 - $713 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,213 - $3,927 |
5.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Jose CA is $1,045 - $1,277. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Jose CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
1.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,566 - $1,914, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Jose CA area is $1,083 - $1,323.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,566 - $1,914 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$483 - $591 |
0.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in San Jose CA, you should budget approximately $30,043 - $36,719, which is about 50.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,043 - $36,719 |
50.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,070 - $7,418 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,611 - $14,191 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,164 - $9,978 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,199 - $5,132 |
7.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,773 - $5,833. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,773 - $5,833 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$452 - $552 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$678 - $828 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,453 - $1,775 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$942 - $1,152 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,284 - $2,792. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,284 - $2,792 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$382 - $466 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$599 - $732 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$338 - $414 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$261 - $319 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$272 - $332 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,787 - $2,185, which is about 3.0% 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 $1,127 - $1,377, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,914 - $3,562 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,787 - $2,185 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,127 - $1,377 |
1.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Jose CA spend between $5,844 - $7,142 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose CA with 250 guests spend between $2,789 - $3,409 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Jose CA is $2,129 - $2,603. That's about 3.6% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,844 - $7,142 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$517 - $631 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$409 - $499 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,789 - $3,409 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,129 - $2,603 |
3.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in San Jose CA is estimated to be $1,592 - $1,946. This service accounts for 2.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,592 - $1,946 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,592 - $1,946 |
2.7% |
