For a wedding with 125 guests in the San Jose, CA, the estimated total cost is around $23,604 - $28,850. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Jose, CA is approximately $210. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,604 - $28,850.
The average wedding cost in San Jose, CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,604 - $28,850 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $309 - $377. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $344 - $420.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,886 - $2,306. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,665 - $3,257 |
11.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$309 - $377 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$126 - $154 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$344 - $420 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,886 - $2,306 |
8.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in San Jose, CA is $373 - $455. 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 |
$373 - $455 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$373 - $455 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Jose, CA is $279 - $341. 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 |
$279 - $341 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $573 - $701, which is 2.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$573 - $701 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$573 - $701 |
2.4% |
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 $12,271 - $14,997, which is about 52.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,271 - $14,997 |
52.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,495 - $4,271 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,421 - $9,070 |
31.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,355 - $1,657 |
5.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,369 - $2,895. This accounts for roughly 10.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,369 - $2,895 |
10.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$493 - $603 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$673 - $823 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$416 - $508 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$295 - $361 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $494 - $604.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$494 - $604 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$325 - $397 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$169 - $207 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $921 - $1,125. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $149 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$124 - $152 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Jose, CA area is $316 - $386. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$316 - $386 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$316 - $386 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in San Jose, CA spend between $2,769 - $3,385 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose, CA with 125 guests spend between $2,769 - $3,385 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,769 - $3,385 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,769 - $3,385 |
11.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $575 - $703.
| Transportation Cost |
$575 - $703 |
2.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$575 - $703 |
2.4% |