For a wedding with 175 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $45,315 - $55,385. 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 $288. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,315 - $55,385.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,315 - $55,385 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $315 - $385. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,859 - $2,272. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,660 - $3,251 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$315 - $385 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Los Angeles CA is $717 - $877. 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 |
$717 - $877 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$717 - $877 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $248 - $304. 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 |
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,001 - $2,445, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,386 - $1,694.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,001 - $2,445 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,386 - $1,694 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$615 - $751 |
1.4% |
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 $22,636 - $27,666, which is about 50.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,636 - $27,666 |
50.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,860 - $4,718 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,442 - $9,096 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,586 - $10,494 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,748 - $3,358 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,806 - $4,652. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,806 - $4,652 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$668 - $816 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$303 - $371 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$518 - $633 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$901 - $1,101 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$576 - $704 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,298 - $1,586.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,298 - $1,586 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$626 - $766 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$350 - $428 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,313 - $1,605. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,313 - $1,605 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$327 - $399 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,056 - $1,290, which is about 2.3% 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 $641 - $783, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,697 - $2,074 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,056 - $1,290 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$641 - $783 |
1.4% |
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% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,020 - $1,246.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,020 - $1,246 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,020 - $1,246 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $7,092 - $8,668 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 175 guests spend between $4,030 - $4,926 on wedding photography, which is about 8.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $3,062 - $3,742. This makes up a portion of your (6.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,092 - $8,668 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,030 - $4,926 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,062 - $3,742 |
6.8% |