For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $79,389 - $97,031. 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 $353. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $79,389 - $97,031.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $79,389 - $97,031 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 $260 - $318. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $280 - $342.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,535 - $1,877. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,196 - $2,684 |
2.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$280 - $342 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,535 - $1,877 |
1.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Los Angeles CA is $1,284 - $1,570. 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 |
$1,284 - $1,570 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,284 - $1,570 |
1.6% |
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 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$339 - $415 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$146 - $178 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,527 - $3,089, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,751 - $2,140.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,527 - $3,089 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,751 - $2,140 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$777 - $949 |
1.0% |
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 $39,084 - $47,770, which is about 49.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$39,084 - $47,770 |
49.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,047 - $8,613 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,585 - $16,603 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,437 - $16,423 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$5,016 - $6,130 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,876 - $7,182. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,876 - $7,182 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$729 - $891 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$410 - $502 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$918 - $1,122 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,037 - $1,267 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,614 - $1,972 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,168 - $1,428 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,062 - $2,520.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,062 - $2,520 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$171 - $209 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$621 - $759 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,344 - $2,864. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,344 - $2,864 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$389 - $475 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$182 - $222 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$578 - $706 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$345 - $421 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$274 - $334 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $904 - $1,104, which is about 1.1% 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 $548 - $670, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,375 - $6,569 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,923 - $4,795 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$904 - $1,104 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$548 - $670 |
0.7% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,288 - $1,574.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,288 - $1,574 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,288 - $1,574 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $8,622 - $10,538 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $3,979 - $4,863 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $3,023 - $3,695. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,622 - $10,538 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$405 - $495 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$689 - $843 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,979 - $4,863 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,023 - $3,695 |
3.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $5,619 - $6,867. This service accounts for 7.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,619 - $6,867 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,619 - $6,867 |
7.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,945 - $2,377.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,945 - $2,377 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,945 - $2,377 |
2.4% |