For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $65,369 - $79,895. 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 $291. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,369 - $79,895.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,369 - $79,895 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Pico Rivera CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $316 - $386. 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 $341 - $417.
In Pico Rivera CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,864 - $2,278. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,668 - $3,260 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,864 - $2,278 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Los Angeles CA is $1,219 - $1,489. 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 |
$1,219 - $1,489 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $324 - $396. 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 |
$324 - $396 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,336 - $2,856, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,618 - $1,978.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,336 - $2,856 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,618 - $1,978 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$718 - $878 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $36,962 - $45,176, which is about 56.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$36,962 - $45,176 |
56.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,669 - $8,151 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,857 - $15,714 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,690 - $15,510 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,747 - $5,801 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,450 - $6,661. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,450 - $6,661 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$692 - $846 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$967 - $1,181 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,530 - $1,870 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,115 - $1,363 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,082 - $1,322.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,082 - $1,322 |
1.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,082 - $1,322 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,801 - $2,201. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,801 - $2,201 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$352 - $430 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$525 - $641 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$274 - $334 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,061 - $1,297, which is about 1.6% 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 $644 - $788, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,314 - $7,718 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,609 - $5,633 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$644 - $788 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,191 - $1,455.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,191 - $1,455 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $5,513 - $6,739 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $4,558 - $5,570 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,513 - $6,739 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$430 - $526 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,558 - $5,570 |
7.0% |