For a wedding with 175 guests in the Gilroy CA, the estimated total cost is around $43,989 - $53,765. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Gilroy CA is approximately $279. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,989 - $53,765.
The average wedding cost in Gilroy CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,989 - $53,765 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 $391 - $477. 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 $422 - $516.
In Gilroy CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,307 - $2,819. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,300 - $4,034 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$391 - $477 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,307 - $2,819 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Gilroy CA is $704 - $860. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Gilroy CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$704 - $860 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$704 - $860 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,363 - $2,889, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Gilroy CA area is $1,637 - $2,001.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,363 - $2,889 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,637 - $2,001 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$726 - $888 |
1.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Gilroy CA, you should budget approximately $22,869 - $27,951, which is about 52.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,869 - $27,951 |
52.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,740 - $4,571 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,208 - $8,810 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,260 - $11,318 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,661 - $3,253 |
6.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,154 - $5,078. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,154 - $5,078 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$827 - $1,011 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$376 - $460 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$565 - $691 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,218 - $1,488. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,218 - $1,488 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$205 - $251 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$304 - $372 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Gilroy CA spend between $5,622 - $6,872 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Gilroy CA with 175 guests spend between $5,148 - $6,292 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,622 - $6,872 |
12.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$474 - $580 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,148 - $6,292 |
11.7% |
