For a wedding with 175 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $44,468 - $54,350. 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 $282. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,468 - $54,350.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,468 - $54,350 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 $230 - $281. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $248 - $303.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,373 - $1,678. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,954 - $2,388 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$248 - $303 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,373 - $1,678 |
3.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Los Angeles CA is $697 - $851. 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 |
$697 - $851 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$697 - $851 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $215 - $263. 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 |
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,106 - $2,574, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,460 - $1,784.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,106 - $2,574 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,460 - $1,784 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$646 - $790 |
1.5% |
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 $22,694 - $27,738, which is about 51.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,694 - $27,738 |
51.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,823 - $4,673 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,423 - $9,073 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,753 - $10,698 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,696 - $3,295 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,617 - $4,421. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,617 - $4,421 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$700 - $856 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$877 - $1,071 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$880 - $1,076 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$563 - $688 |
1.3% |
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 $1,011 - $1,235.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$616 - $752 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$395 - $483 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,468 - $1,794. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,468 - $1,794 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$368 - $450 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $846 - $1,034, which is about 1.9% 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 $510 - $624, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,053 - $6,175 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,696 - $4,518 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$510 - $624 |
1.1% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,060 - $1,296.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $3,765 - $4,601 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 175 guests spend between $3,371 - $4,121 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,765 - $4,601 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$393 - $481 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,371 - $4,121 |
7.6% |