For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $73,294 - $89,582. 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 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $73,294 - $89,582.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $73,294 - $89,582 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 $490 - $598. 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 $527 - $644.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,884 - $3,524. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,126 - $5,042 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$490 - $598 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$226 - $276 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$527 - $644 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,884 - $3,524 |
3.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $340 - $416. 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 |
$340 - $416 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,265 - $7,657, which is 8.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,499 - $1,832.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $4,102 - $5,014 which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,265 - $7,657 |
8.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,499 - $1,832 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$664 - $812 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,102 - $5,014 |
5.6% |
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 $33,602 - $41,069, which is about 45.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,602 - $41,069 |
45.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,326 - $7,732 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,195 - $14,905 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,578 - $12,928 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,503 - $5,503 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,272 - $4,000. This accounts for roughly 4.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,272 - $4,000 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$897 - $1,097 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,449 - $1,771 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$926 - $1,132 |
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 $1,924 - $2,352.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,924 - $2,352 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$209 - $255 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,026 - $1,254 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$535 - $653 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,250 - $1,528. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,250 - $1,528 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$336 - $410 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$297 - $363 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$227 - $277 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,562 - $1,909, which is about 2.1% 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 $947 - $1,157, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,286 - $11,350 |
12.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,778 - $8,284 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,562 - $1,909 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$947 - $1,157 |
1.3% |
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 $1,103 - $1,348.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,103 - $1,348 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,103 - $1,348 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $6,489 - $7,931 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $3,406 - $4,162 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,588 - $3,163. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,489 - $7,931 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$496 - $606 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,406 - $4,162 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,588 - $3,163 |
3.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $4,810 - $5,878. This service accounts for 6.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,810 - $5,878 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,810 - $5,878 |
6.6% |