For a wedding with 125 guests in the Santa Clara CA, the estimated total cost is around $47,684 - $58,280. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Santa Clara CA is approximately $424. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,684 - $58,280.
The average wedding cost in Santa Clara CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,684 - $58,280 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 $434 - $530. 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 $598 - $730.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,281 - $4,010. This represents about 6.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,489 - $5,487 |
9.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$434 - $530 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$598 - $730 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,281 - $4,010 |
6.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Santa Clara CA is $468 - $572. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Santa Clara CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$468 - $572 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$468 - $572 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Clara CA is $239 - $292. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,544 - $1,887, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Santa Clara CA area is $1,544 - $1,887.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,544 - $1,887 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,544 - $1,887 |
3.2% |
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 Santa Clara CA, you should budget approximately $22,783 - $27,845, which is about 47.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,783 - $27,845 |
47.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,749 - $3,359 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,335 - $6,521 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,024 - $15,918 |
27.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,675 - $2,047 |
3.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,956 - $3,612. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,956 - $3,612 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$594 - $726 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$887 - $1,084 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$521 - $637 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$371 - $453 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $599 - $733.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$599 - $733 |
1.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$401 - $491 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $545 - $666. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$545 - $666 |
1.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,462 - $1,786, which is about 3.1% 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 HIM) is estimated at $878 - $1,074, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,340 - $2,860 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$878 - $1,074 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Clara CA area is $316 - $386. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,237 - $1,511.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,237 - $1,511 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$556 - $680 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Santa Clara CA spend between $6,720 - $8,214 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Clara CA with 125 guests spend between $3,623 - $4,428 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Clara CA is $3,098 - $3,786. This makes up a portion of your (6.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,720 - $8,214 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,623 - $4,428 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,098 - $3,786 |
6.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Santa Clara CA is estimated to be $2,894 - $3,537. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,894 - $3,537 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,894 - $3,537 |
6.1% |