For a wedding with 38 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $32,868 - $40,172. 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 $961. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,868 - $40,172.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,868 - $40,172 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 $289 - $353. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $311 - $381.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,701 - $2,079. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,435 - $2,976 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$311 - $381 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,701 - $2,079 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Los Angeles CA is $148 - $180. 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 |
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $314 - $384. 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 |
$314 - $384 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,290 - $2,798, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,586 - $1,938.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,290 - $2,798 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,586 - $1,938 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$704 - $860 |
2.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $7,450 - $9,106, which is about 22.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,450 - $9,106 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$782 - $956 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,831 - $2,237 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,281 - $5,233 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$556 - $680 |
1.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,305 - $2,817. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,305 - $2,817 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$659 - $805 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$938 - $1,146 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$185 - $227 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $509 - $622.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$509 - $622 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $263 - $321. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$263 - $321 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $986 - $1,205, which is about 3.0% 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 $598 - $730, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,859 - $7,161 |
17.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,276 - $5,226 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$986 - $1,205 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$598 - $730 |
1.8% |
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 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,167 - $1,427.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,167 - $1,427 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,167 - $1,427 |
3.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $4,028 - $4,923 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 38 guests spend between $3,605 - $4,406 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,028 - $4,923 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$423 - $517 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,605 - $4,406 |
11.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $5,090 - $6,221. This service accounts for 15.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,090 - $6,221 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,090 - $6,221 |
15.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $185 - $226.
| Transportation Cost |
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |