For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Jose CA, the estimated total cost is around $50,515 - $61,741. 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 $449. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,515 - $61,741.
The average wedding cost in San Jose CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,515 - $61,741 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Milpitas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $424 - $518. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $449 - $549.
In Milpitas CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,537 - $3,101. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,599 - $4,399 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$424 - $518 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$449 - $549 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,537 - $3,101 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Jose CA is $531 - $649. 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 |
$531 - $649 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$531 - $649 |
1.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Jose CA is $365 - $446. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$365 - $446 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,382 - $2,912, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Jose CA area is $1,658 - $2,026.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,382 - $2,912 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,658 - $2,026 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$725 - $886 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in San Jose CA, you should budget approximately $13,168 - $16,094, which is about 26.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,168 - $16,094 |
26.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,303 - $6,481 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,865 - $9,613 |
15.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,628 - $3,212. This accounts for roughly 5.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,628 - $3,212 |
5.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$372 - $454 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$665 - $813 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$420 - $514 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $523 - $639.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$523 - $639 |
1.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $943 - $1,153. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$943 - $1,153 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,917 - $8,455 |
13.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$277 - $339 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,979 - $7,307 |
11.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$366 - $448 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Jose CA area is $335 - $409. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,243 - $1,519.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,243 - $1,519 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,243 - $1,519 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Jose CA spend between $11,681 - $14,277 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 23.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose CA with 125 guests spend between $5,151 - $6,295 on wedding photography, which is about 10.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Jose CA is $3,868 - $4,728. This makes up a portion of your (7.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,681 - $14,277 |
23.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$484 - $592 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$791 - $967 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,387 - $1,695 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,151 - $6,295 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,868 - $4,728 |
7.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Jose CA is estimated to be $5,432 - $6,639. This service accounts for 10.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,432 - $6,639 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,432 - $6,639 |
10.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $769 - $939.
| Transportation Cost |
$769 - $939 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$769 - $939 |
1.5% |