For a wedding with 38 guests in the San Jose CA, the estimated total cost is around $42,284 - $51,680. 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 Jose CA is approximately $1,236. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,284 - $51,680.
The average wedding cost in San Jose CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,284 - $51,680 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $654 - $800. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $707 - $864.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,861 - $4,719. This represents about 9.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,525 - $6,753 |
13.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$654 - $800 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$303 - $371 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$707 - $864 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,861 - $4,719 |
9.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in San Jose CA is $140 - $171. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Jose CA is $381 - $465. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,958 - $3,616, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Jose CA area is $2,049 - $2,505.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,958 - $3,616 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,049 - $2,505 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$909 - $1,111 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in San Jose CA, you should budget approximately $8,122 - $9,926, which is about 19.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,122 - $9,926 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$797 - $975 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,537 - $1,879 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,219 - $6,379 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$568 - $694 |
1.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,570 - $3,141. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,570 - $3,141 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$736 - $900 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,116 - $1,364 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $601 - $735.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$601 - $735 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $229 - $279. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,378 - $2,906, which is about 5.6% 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 $1,444 - $1,764, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$14,145 - $17,289 |
33.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$10,324 - $12,618 |
24.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,378 - $2,906 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,444 - $1,764 |
3.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Jose CA area is $344 - $420. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$344 - $420 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$344 - $420 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,508 - $1,844.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,508 - $1,844 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,508 - $1,844 |
3.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$549 - $671 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in San Jose CA spend between $5,213 - $6,371 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose CA with 38 guests spend between $4,658 - $5,693 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,213 - $6,371 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$555 - $679 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,658 - $5,693 |
11.0% |