For a wedding with 38 guests in the San Jose CA, the estimated total cost is around $40,215 - $49,151. 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 $1,176. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,215 - $49,151.
The average wedding cost in San Jose CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,215 - $49,151 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 $670 - $818. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $723 - $883.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,951 - $4,829. This represents about 9.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,653 - $6,909 |
14.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$670 - $818 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$723 - $883 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,951 - $4,829 |
9.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in San Jose CA is $139 - $169. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Jose CA is $353 - $431. 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 |
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,527 - $3,089, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Jose CA area is $1,751 - $2,140.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,527 - $3,089 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,751 - $2,140 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$777 - $949 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in San Jose CA, you should budget approximately $9,409 - $11,499, which is about 23.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,409 - $11,499 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$696 - $850 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,341 - $1,639 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,877 - $8,405 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$495 - $605 |
1.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,667 - $3,259. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,667 - $3,259 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$809 - $989 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$368 - $450 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$112 - $136 |
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 $586 - $716.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$586 - $716 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $234 - $286. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$36 - $44 |
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 $2,006 - $2,452, which is about 5.0% 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 $1,218 - $1,488, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,933 - $14,585 |
29.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,709 - $10,645 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,006 - $2,452 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,218 - $1,488 |
3.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Jose CA area is $344 - $420. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$344 - $420 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$344 - $420 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,289 - $1,575.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,289 - $1,575 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,289 - $1,575 |
3.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$549 - $671 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in San Jose CA spend between $4,533 - $5,541 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose CA with 38 guests spend between $3,978 - $4,862 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,533 - $5,541 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$555 - $679 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,978 - $4,862 |
9.9% |