For a wedding with 175 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $58,898 - $71,986. 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 $374. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $58,898 - $71,986.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $58,898 - $71,986 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $253 - $309. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $273 - $333.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,491 - $1,823. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,134 - $2,608 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,491 - $1,823 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Los Angeles CA is $835 - $1,021. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$835 - $1,021 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$835 - $1,021 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $328 - $400. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$328 - $400 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,513 - $6,738, which is 9.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $4,744 - $5,798 which is 8.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,513 - $6,738 |
9.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$769 - $939 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,744 - $5,798 |
8.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $28,072 - $34,310, which is about 47.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,072 - $34,310 |
47.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,554 - $5,566 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,779 - $10,729 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,498 - $14,054 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,241 - $3,961 |
5.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,363 - $5,333. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,363 - $5,333 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$698 - $854 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$318 - $388 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,020 - $1,246 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,049 - $1,283 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$671 - $820 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,446 - $1,768.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,446 - $1,768 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$739 - $903 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$411 - $503 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,549 - $1,893. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,549 - $1,893 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$383 - $468 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $885 - $1,081, which is about 1.5% 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 $537 - $657, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,261 - $6,430 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,839 - $4,692 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$885 - $1,081 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$537 - $657 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Los Angeles CA area is $319 - $389. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,275 - $1,559.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,275 - $1,559 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,275 - $1,559 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $6,108 - $7,466 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 175 guests spend between $4,818 - $5,888 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,108 - $7,466 |
10.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$361 - $441 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$404 - $494 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,818 - $5,888 |
8.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,186 - $1,450.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,186 - $1,450 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,186 - $1,450 |
2.0% |