For a wedding with 38 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $36,548 - $44,670. 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 $1,069. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,548 - $44,670.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,548 - $44,670 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 $244 - $298. 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 $263 - $321.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,436 - $1,755. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,055 - $2,511 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,436 - $1,755 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Los Angeles CA is $152 - $186. 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 |
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $318 - $388. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$318 - $388 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,105 - $2,573, which is 5.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,105 - $2,573 |
5.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$694 - $848 |
1.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,411 - $1,725 |
3.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $6,948 - $8,492, which is about 19.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,948 - $8,492 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$773 - $945 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,490 - $1,821 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,136 - $5,055 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$550 - $672 |
1.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,426 - $2,965. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,426 - $2,965 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$707 - $864 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$321 - $393 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$969 - $1,185 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $374 - $457.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $291 - $355. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$291 - $355 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$43 - $53 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $824 - $1,007, 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 $500 - $611, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,897 - $5,985 |
13.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,574 - $4,368 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$824 - $1,007 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$500 - $611 |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,152 - $1,408.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,152 - $1,408 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,152 - $1,408 |
3.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $9,331 - $11,405 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 38 guests spend between $4,436 - $5,422 on wedding photography, which is about 12.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $3,371 - $4,120. This makes up a portion of your (9.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,331 - $11,405 |
25.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,121 - $1,370 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,436 - $5,422 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,371 - $4,120 |
9.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $5,023 - $6,139. This service accounts for 13.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,023 - $6,139 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,023 - $6,139 |
13.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $650 - $794.
| Transportation Cost |
$650 - $794 |
1.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$650 - $794 |
1.8% |