For a wedding with 175 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $67,069 - $81,973. 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 $426. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,069 - $81,973.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,069 - $81,973 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 $419 - $513.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$596 - $728 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$419 - $513 |
0.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Los Angeles CA is $785 - $959. 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 |
$785 - $959 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$785 - $959 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,385 - $9,026, which is 11.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,735 - $2,121.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $4,881 - $5,965 which is 7.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,385 - $9,026 |
11.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,735 - $2,121 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$769 - $939 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,881 - $5,965 |
7.3% |
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 $31,012 - $37,904, which is about 46.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,012 - $37,904 |
46.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,344 - $5,310 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,434 - $10,308 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,171 - $18,543 |
22.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,063 - $3,743 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,175 - $5,103. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,175 - $5,103 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$700 - $856 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,020 - $1,246 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$990 - $1,210 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$634 - $774 |
0.9% |
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 $1,363 - $1,665.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,363 - $1,665 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$699 - $855 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,035 - $1,265. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,325 - $1,619, which is about 2.0% 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 $799 - $977, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,916 - $9,675 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,792 - $7,079 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,325 - $1,619 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$799 - $977 |
1.2% |
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 $1,260 - $1,540.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,260 - $1,540 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,260 - $1,540 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $5,167 - $6,315 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 175 guests spend between $4,008 - $4,898 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,167 - $6,315 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$454 - $554 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$706 - $862 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,008 - $4,898 |
6.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $5,548 - $6,780. This service accounts for 8.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,548 - $6,780 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,548 - $6,780 |
8.3% |