For a wedding with 400 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $117,302 - $143,370. 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 $326. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $117,302 - $143,370.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $117,302 - $143,370 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Weidman MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $255 - $311. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $336.
In Weidman MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,500 - $1,834. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,147 - $2,625 |
1.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$255 - $311 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $336 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,500 - $1,834 |
1.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Los Angeles CA is $2,563 - $3,133. 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 $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,563 - $3,133 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,563 - $3,133 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $339 - $415. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$339 - $415 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$146 - $178 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $9,252 - $11,308, which is 7.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,820 - $2,224.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $4,983 - $6,091 which is 4.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$9,252 - $11,308 |
7.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,820 - $2,224 |
1.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$807 - $987 |
0.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,983 - $6,091 |
4.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,642 - $2,006 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $69,666 - $85,148, which is about 59.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$69,666 - $85,148 |
59.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$14,586 - $17,828 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$28,120 - $34,368 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$16,578 - $20,262 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$10,382 - $12,690 |
8.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,865 - $10,835. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,865 - $10,835 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$729 - $891 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$331 - $405 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,457 - $1,781 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,219 - $3,935 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,058 - $2,516 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,592 - $4,390.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,592 - $4,390 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$139 - $169 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,366 - $2,892 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$985 - $1,203 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,750 - $4,584. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,750 - $4,584 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$616 - $752 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$288 - $352 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$917 - $1,121 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$527 - $644 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$548 - $670 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$419 - $512 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$437 - $534 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $869 - $1,062, which is about 0.7% 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 $527 - $644, which is about 0.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,166 - $6,314 |
4.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,771 - $4,609 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$869 - $1,062 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$527 - $644 |
0.4% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,339 - $1,637.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,339 - $1,637 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,339 - $1,637 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $5,156 - $6,302 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 400 guests spend between $4,137 - $5,057 on wedding photography, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,156 - $6,302 |
4.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $403 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$689 - $843 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,137 - $5,057 |
3.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,638 - $5,668.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,638 - $5,668 |
4.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,638 - $5,668 |
4.0% |