For a wedding with 250 guests in the San Jose CA, the estimated total cost is around $80,742 - $98,684. 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 $359. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,742 - $98,684.
The average wedding cost in San Jose CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,742 - $98,684 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 $613 - $749. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $660 - $806.
In San Jose CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,613 - $4,415. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,170 - $6,318 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$613 - $749 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$284 - $348 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$660 - $806 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,613 - $4,415 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in San Jose CA is $1,337 - $1,634. 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 $5 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,337 - $1,634 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,337 - $1,634 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Jose CA is $401 - $490. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$401 - $490 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$176 - $215 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,082 - $3,766, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Jose CA area is $2,135 - $2,609.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,082 - $3,766 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,135 - $2,609 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$947 - $1,157 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in San Jose CA, you should budget approximately $41,078 - $50,206, which is about 50.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$41,078 - $50,206 |
50.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,985 - $8,537 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,464 - $16,456 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,657 - $19,137 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,972 - $6,076 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,415 - $7,841. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,415 - $7,841 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$441 - $539 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$896 - $1,095 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,359 - $1,661 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,677 - $2,049 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,073 - $1,311 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,107 - $2,575.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,107 - $2,575 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$212 - $260 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$606 - $740 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,218 - $2,710. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,218 - $2,710 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$380 - $464 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$176 - $216 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$564 - $690 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$337 - $411 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,868 - $2,284, which is about 2.3% 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $1,134 - $1,386, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,115 - $13,585 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,113 - $9,915 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,868 - $2,284 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,134 - $1,386 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$344 - $420 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,571 - $1,921.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,571 - $1,921 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,571 - $1,921 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$549 - $671 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$549 - $671 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in San Jose CA spend between $5,357 - $6,547 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Jose CA with 250 guests spend between $4,852 - $5,930 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,357 - $6,547 |
6.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$505 - $617 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,852 - $5,930 |
6.0% |