For a wedding with 38 guests in the Santa Clara CA, the estimated total cost is around $33,925 - $41,463. 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 $992. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,925 - $41,463.
The average wedding cost in Santa Clara CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,925 - $41,463 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 $471 - $575. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $507 - $619.
In Santa Clara CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,804 - $3,427. This represents about 8.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,994 - $4,882 |
11.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$471 - $575 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$213 - $261 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$507 - $619 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,804 - $3,427 |
8.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Santa Clara CA is $139 - $169. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Santa Clara CA is $401 - $491. 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 - $491 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
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 $5,520 - $6,746, which is about 16.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,520 - $6,746 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,279 - $1,563 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,776 - $4,616 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$464 - $568 |
1.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,867 - $3,505. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,867 - $3,505 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$1,003 - $1,225 |
3.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$448 - $548 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,202 - $1,469 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$215 - $263 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $167 - $205.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$167 - $205 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $146 - $178. This is approximately 0.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,391 - $1,701, which is about 4.1% 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $839 - $1,025, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,312 - $10,159 |
24.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,081 - $7,433 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,391 - $1,701 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$839 - $1,025 |
2.5% |
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 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$344 - $420 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,275 - $1,559.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,275 - $1,559 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,275 - $1,559 |
3.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$551 - $673 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$551 - $673 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Santa Clara CA spend between $10,209 - $12,477 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 30.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Santa Clara CA with 38 guests spend between $5,555 - $6,789 on wedding photography, which is about 16.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Santa Clara CA is $4,261 - $5,207. This makes up a portion of your (12.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,209 - $12,477 |
30.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$393 - $481 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,555 - $6,789 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$4,261 - $5,207 |
12.6% |