For a wedding with 38 guests in the Palo Alto CA, the estimated total cost is around $45,608 - $55,743. 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 $1,334. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,608 - $55,743.
The average wedding cost in Palo Alto CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,608 - $55,743 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $819 - $1,001. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $883 - $1,079.
In San Francisco CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,885 - $5,971. This represents about 10.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,957 - $8,503 |
15.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$370 - $452 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$883 - $1,079 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,885 - $5,971 |
10.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Palo Alto CA is $145 - $177. 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 |
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Palo Alto CA is $393 - $481. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$393 - $481 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,006 - $3,674, which is 6.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Palo Alto CA area is $2,084 - $2,548.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,006 - $3,674 |
6.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,084 - $2,548 |
4.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$922 - $1,126 |
2.0% |
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 $7,899 - $9,655, which is about 17.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,899 - $9,655 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$763 - $933 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,482 - $1,812 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,116 - $6,252 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$538 - $658 |
1.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,958 - $3,616. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,958 - $3,616 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$894 - $1,092 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $599 - $732.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$599 - $732 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $234 - $286. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$17 - $21 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,615 - $3,196, which is about 5.7% 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 $1,576 - $1,926, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,620 - $19,091 |
34.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$11,429 - $13,969 |
25.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,615 - $3,196 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,576 - $1,926 |
3.5% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$344 - $420 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,513 - $1,849.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,513 - $1,849 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,513 - $1,849 |
3.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$551 - $673 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$551 - $673 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Palo Alto CA spend between $5,389 - $6,587 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Palo Alto CA with 38 guests spend between $4,812 - $5,882 on wedding photography, which is about 10.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,389 - $6,587 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$577 - $705 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,812 - $5,882 |
10.6% |