For a wedding with 38 guests in the Santa Clara CA, the estimated total cost is around $31,835 - $38,909. 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 $931. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,835 - $38,909.
The average wedding cost in Santa Clara CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,835 - $38,909 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Santa Clara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $507 - $619. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $546 - $668.
In Santa Clara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,989 - $3,653. This represents about 9.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,277 - $5,227 |
13.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$507 - $619 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$546 - $668 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,989 - $3,653 |
9.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Santa Clara CA is $152 - $186. 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 |
$152 - $186 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$152 - $186 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Clara CA is $362 - $442. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$362 - $442 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$155 - $189 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,753 - $3,365, which is 8.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,753 - $3,365 |
8.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$908 - $1,110 |
2.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,845 - $2,255 |
5.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Santa Clara CA, you should budget approximately $8,402 - $10,270, which is about 26.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,402 - $10,270 |
26.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$797 - $974 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,535 - $1,877 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,504 - $6,727 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$567 - $693 |
1.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,889 - $3,531. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,889 - $3,531 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$810 - $990 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$368 - $450 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$149 - $182 |
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 $559 - $683.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$559 - $683 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$154 - $188 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $250 - $306. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$43 - $53 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,651 - $2,017, which is about 5.2% 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 $1,003 - $1,225, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,653 - $3,243 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,651 - $2,017 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
3.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Santa Clara 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 $1,508 - $1,843.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
4.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,508 - $1,843 |
4.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$549 - $671 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Santa Clara CA spend between $7,137 - $8,723 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Clara CA with 38 guests spend between $6,079 - $7,429 on wedding photography, which is about 19.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,137 - $8,723 |
22.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$491 - $601 |
1.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$567 - $693 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$6,079 - $7,429 |
19.1% |