For a wedding with 38 guests in the Palo Alto CA, the estimated total cost is around $32,562 - $39,798. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Palo Alto CA is approximately $952. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,562 - $39,798.
The average wedding cost in Palo Alto CA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,562 - $39,798 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $360 - $440. 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 $389 - $475.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,123 - $2,595. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,039 - $3,715 |
9.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$360 - $440 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$389 - $475 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,123 - $2,595 |
6.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Palo Alto CA is $150 - $184. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Palo Alto CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$150 - $184 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$150 - $184 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Palo Alto CA is $401 - $490. 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 |
$401 - $490 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,946 - $3,600, which is 9.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Palo Alto CA area is $2,040 - $2,494.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,946 - $3,600 |
9.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,040 - $2,494 |
6.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$905 - $1,107 |
2.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Palo Alto CA, you should budget approximately $7,754 - $9,478, which is about 23.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,754 - $9,478 |
23.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$795 - $971 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,531 - $1,871 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,864 - $5,944 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$565 - $691 |
1.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,886 - $3,528. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,886 - $3,528 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$868 - $1,060 |
2.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,208 - $1,476 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$147 - $179 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $464 - $568.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$464 - $568 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $199 - $243. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,199 - $1,465, which is about 3.7% 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 $905 - $1,106, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,305 - $8,929 |
22.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,202 - $6,358 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,199 - $1,465 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$905 - $1,106 |
2.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Palo Alto CA area is $344 - $420. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$344 - $420 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$344 - $420 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,502 - $1,836.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,502 - $1,836 |
4.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,502 - $1,836 |
4.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$549 - $671 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Palo Alto CA spend between $5,022 - $6,138 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Palo Alto CA with 38 guests spend between $4,639 - $5,669 on wedding photography, which is about 14.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,022 - $6,138 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,639 - $5,669 |
14.2% |