For a wedding with 15 guests in the Gilroy, the estimated total cost is around $35,699 - $43,633. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Gilroy is approximately $2,644. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,699 - $43,633.
The average wedding cost in Gilroy is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,699 - $43,633 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Gilroy CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $379 - $463. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $401 - $491.
In Gilroy CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,271 - $2,775. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,220 - $3,936 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$379 - $463 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,271 - $2,775 |
6.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Gilroy is $67 - $81. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Gilroy area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Gilroy is $374 - $458. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,268 - $10,106, which is 23.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Gilroy area is $1,976 - $2,416.
For a live band, couples in Gilroy typically budget around $5,428 - $6,634 which is 15.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,268 - $10,106 |
23.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,976 - $2,416 |
5.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$864 - $1,056 |
2.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,428 - $6,634 |
15.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Gilroy, you should budget approximately $4,811 - $5,881, which is about 13.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,811 - $5,881 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$323 - $395 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$628 - $768 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,632 - $4,440 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,762 - $3,376. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,762 - $3,376 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$922 - $1,126 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$409 - $499 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $365 - $446.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$365 - $446 |
1.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $88 - $108. This is approximately 0.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$14 - $18 |
0.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$7 - $9 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$8 - $10 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$14 - $17 |
0.0% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$11 - $13 |
0.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,235 - $1,509, which is about 3.5% 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 $735 - $899, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,740 - $9,460 |
21.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,437 - $6,645 |
15.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$333 - $407 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,235 - $1,509 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$735 - $899 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Gilroy area is $335 - $409. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$335 - $409 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$335 - $409 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,482 - $1,812.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,482 - $1,812 |
4.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,482 - $1,812 |
4.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$538 - $658 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Gilroy spend between $4,975 - $6,081 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Gilroy with 15 guests spend between $4,530 - $5,536 on wedding photography, which is about 12.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,975 - $6,081 |
13.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,530 - $5,536 |
12.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $673 - $823.
| Transportation Cost |
$673 - $823 |
1.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$673 - $823 |
1.9% |