For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $87,003 - $106,337. 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 $387. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,003 - $106,337.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,003 - $106,337 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 $357 - $437. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $386 - $472.
In Pico Rivera CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,109 - $2,577. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,018 - $3,688 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$357 - $437 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$386 - $472 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,109 - $2,577 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Los Angeles CA is $1,355 - $1,657. 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 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,355 - $1,657 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,355 - $1,657 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $342 - $418. 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 |
$342 - $418 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,627 - $9,321, which is 8.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,823 - $2,229.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $4,994 - $6,104 which is 5.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,627 - $9,321 |
8.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,823 - $2,229 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$809 - $989 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,994 - $6,104 |
5.7% |
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 $44,837 - $54,801, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$44,837 - $54,801 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,257 - $8,869 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,990 - $17,098 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$18,426 - $22,520 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$5,165 - $6,313 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,946 - $7,268. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,946 - $7,268 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$774 - $946 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$352 - $430 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$916 - $1,120 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,112 - $1,360 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,703 - $2,081 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,089 - $1,331 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,177 - $1,439.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,177 - $1,439 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,177 - $1,439 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,645 - $3,233. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,645 - $3,233 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$388 - $474 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$345 - $421 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$182 - $222 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$578 - $706 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$274 - $334 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$345 - $421 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,175 - $1,436, which is about 1.3% 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 $713 - $871, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,989 - $8,542 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,101 - $6,235 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,175 - $1,436 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$713 - $871 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,342 - $1,640.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,342 - $1,640 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,342 - $1,640 |
1.5% |
| 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 $5,792 - $7,079 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $4,146 - $5,068 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,792 - $7,079 |
6.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$430 - $526 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$689 - $843 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,146 - $5,068 |
4.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $2,830 - $3,458. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,830 - $3,458 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,830 - $3,458 |
3.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,595 - $3,171.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,595 - $3,171 |
3.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$650 - $794 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,945 - $2,377 |
2.2% |