For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $38,780 - $47,398. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $345. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,780 - $47,398.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,780 - $47,398 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 $399 - $487. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $430 - $526.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,352 - $2,874. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,365 - $4,113 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$399 - $487 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$430 - $526 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,352 - $2,874 |
6.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Jose CA is $388 - $474. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$388 - $474 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$388 - $474 |
1.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,927 - $2,355, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Jose CA area is $1,335 - $1,631.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,927 - $2,355 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,335 - $1,631 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$592 - $724 |
1.5% |
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 $15,243 - $18,631, which is about 39.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,243 - $18,631 |
39.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,153 - $2,631 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,150 - $5,072 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,408 - $9,054 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,533 - $1,873 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,693 - $3,291. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,693 - $3,291 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$599 - $733 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$273 - $333 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$781 - $955 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$487 - $595 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$311 - $381 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $621 - $759. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$621 - $759 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,319 - $1,613, which is about 3.4% 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 $801 - $979, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,849 - $9,593 |
20.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,729 - $7,002 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,319 - $1,613 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$801 - $979 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Jose CA spend between $3,589 - $4,387 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose CA with 125 guests spend between $3,034 - $3,708 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,589 - $4,387 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$555 - $679 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,034 - $3,708 |
7.8% |
