For a wedding with 15 guests in the San Mateo CA, the estimated total cost is around $36,348 - $44,426. 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 Mateo CA is approximately $2,692. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,348 - $44,426.
The average wedding cost in San Mateo CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,348 - $44,426 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In San Mateo CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $734 - $897. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $790 - $966.
In San Mateo CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,373 - $5,345. This represents about 12.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,229 - $7,613 |
17.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$734 - $897 |
2.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$790 - $966 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,373 - $5,345 |
12.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in San Mateo CA is $59 - $73. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Mateo CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Mateo CA is $429 - $525. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
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 San Mateo CA, you should budget approximately $4,016 - $4,908, which is about 11.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,016 - $4,908 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$305 - $373 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$592 - $724 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,903 - $3,549 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$215 - $263 |
0.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,109 - $3,799. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,109 - $3,799 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$455 - $557 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,471 - $1,797 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$48 - $58 |
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 $462 - $564.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$462 - $564 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$222 - $272 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$50 - $61 |
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 $107 - $131. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$16 - $20 |
0.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$7 - $9 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$6 - $8 |
0.0% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$16 - $20 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$14 - $18 |
0.0% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$11 - $13 |
0.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$12 - $14 |
0.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,347 - $2,869, which is about 6.5% 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 $1,416 - $1,730, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,198 - $18,576 |
41.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$513 - $627 |
1.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$10,262 - $12,542 |
28.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$661 - $807 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,347 - $2,869 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,416 - $1,730 |
3.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Mateo CA area is $356 - $436. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Mateo CA spend between $6,327 - $7,733 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Mateo CA with 15 guests spend between $5,540 - $6,771 on wedding photography, which is about 15.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,327 - $7,733 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$788 - $963 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,540 - $6,771 |
15.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $56 - $68.
| Transportation Cost |
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |