For a wedding with 75 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $36,299 - $44,365. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Los Angeles CA is approximately $538. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,299 - $44,365.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,299 - $44,365 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $247 - $301.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,357 - $1,659. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,604 - $1,960 |
4.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$247 - $301 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,357 - $1,659 |
3.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Los Angeles CA is $323 - $395. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Los Angeles CA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$323 - $395 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$323 - $395 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $348 - $426. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$348 - $426 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,300 - $2,811, which is 6.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,589 - $1,943.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,300 - $2,811 |
6.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,589 - $1,943 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$710 - $868 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $12,031 - $14,705, which is about 33.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,031 - $14,705 |
33.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,760 - $2,151 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,367 - $4,115 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,688 - $6,952 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,217 - $1,487 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,923 - $4,795. This accounts for roughly 10.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,923 - $4,795 |
10.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$704 - $860 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$323 - $395 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,648 - $2,014 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$703 - $859 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$545 - $667 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $583 - $713. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$583 - $713 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $789 - $965, which is about 2.2% 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 $498 - $608, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,880 - $2,298 |
5.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$230 - $282 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$789 - $965 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$498 - $608 |
1.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,177 - $1,439.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,177 - $1,439 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,177 - $1,439 |
3.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $8,709 - $10,645 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 75 guests spend between $4,415 - $5,396 on wedding photography, which is about 12.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $3,371 - $4,121. This makes up a portion of your (9.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,709 - $10,645 |
24.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$540 - $660 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,415 - $5,396 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,371 - $4,121 |
9.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $2,338 - $2,858. This service accounts for 6.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,338 - $2,858 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,338 - $2,858 |
6.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,082 - $1,322.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,082 - $1,322 |
3.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$659 - $805 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$423 - $517 |
1.2% |