For a wedding with 38 guests in the San Jose CA, the estimated total cost is around $70,585 - $86,271. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Jose CA is approximately $2,064. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $70,585 - $86,271.
The average wedding cost in San Jose CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $70,585 - $86,271 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 $831 - $1,015. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $896 - $1,096.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,901 - $5,991. This represents about 6.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,013 - $8,571 |
9.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$831 - $1,015 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$384 - $470 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,901 - $5,991 |
6.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in San Jose CA is $167 - $204. 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 |
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $11,393 - $13,925, which is 16.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Jose CA area is $2,241 - $2,739.
For a live band, couples in San Jose CA typically budget around $6,137 - $7,501 which is 8.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$11,393 - $13,925 |
16.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,241 - $2,739 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$995 - $1,216 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$6,137 - $7,501 |
8.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$2,021 - $2,470 |
2.9% |
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 San Jose CA, you should budget approximately $8,453 - $10,331, which is about 12.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,453 - $10,331 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$862 - $1,054 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,663 - $2,033 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,314 - $6,494 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$614 - $750 |
0.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,573 - $4,367. This accounts for roughly 5.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,573 - $4,367 |
5.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$958 - $1,170 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$436 - $532 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,652 - $2,020 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$160 - $196 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $328 - $400. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$328 - $400 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$23 - $29 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.0% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,617 - $3,199, which is about 3.7% 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 $1,589 - $1,942, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$17,485 - $21,371 |
24.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$588 - $718 |
0.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$584 - $714 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$11,362 - $13,886 |
16.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$746 - $912 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,617 - $3,199 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,589 - $1,942 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Jose CA spend between $10,691 - $13,067 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose CA with 38 guests spend between $5,095 - $6,227 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in San Jose CA is $3,872 - $4,732. That's about 5.5% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,691 - $13,067 |
15.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$555 - $679 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$425 - $519 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$744 - $910 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,095 - $6,227 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,872 - $4,732 |
5.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in San Jose CA is estimated to be $7,194 - $8,792. This service accounts for 10.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,194 - $8,792 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$7,194 - $8,792 |
10.2% |
