For a wedding with 38 guests in the San Jose, CA, the estimated total cost is around $19,743 - $24,131. 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 $577. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $19,743 - $24,131.
The average wedding cost in San Jose, CA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $19,743 - $24,131 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 $334 - $408. 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 $372 - $454.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,040 - $2,494. This represents about 10.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,883 - $3,523 |
14.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$137 - $167 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$372 - $454 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,040 - $2,494 |
10.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in San Jose, CA is $111 - $135. 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 |
$111 - $135 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$111 - $135 |
0.6% |
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 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$279 - $341 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.4% |
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 $5,013 - $6,127, which is about 25.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,013 - $6,127 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$939 - $1,147 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,711 - $4,535 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$364 - $444 |
1.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,836 - $2,244. This accounts for roughly 9.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,836 - $2,244 |
9.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$559 - $683 |
2.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$82 - $100 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$740 - $904 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$124 - $152 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$88 - $108 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $138 - $168.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$138 - $168 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$50 - $62 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $137 - $167. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,043 - $1,275, which is about 5.3% 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 HIM) is estimated at $626 - $766, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,262 - $7,654 |
31.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,593 - $5,613 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$626 - $766 |
3.2% |
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 |
1.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$316 - $386 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in San Jose, CA spend between $2,769 - $3,385 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose, CA with 38 guests spend between $2,769 - $3,385 on wedding photography, which is about 14.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,769 - $3,385 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,769 - $3,385 |
14.0% |