For a wedding with 38 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $26,552 - $32,452. 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 $776. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,552 - $32,452.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,552 - $32,452 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 $173 - $211. 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 $185 - $227.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,015 - $1,241. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,454 - $1,777 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$173 - $211 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$185 - $227 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,015 - $1,241 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Los Angeles CA is $143 - $175. 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 |
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $326 - $398. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$326 - $398 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,184 - $2,670, which is 8.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,513 - $1,849.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,184 - $2,670 |
8.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,513 - $1,849 |
5.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$671 - $821 |
2.5% |
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 $6,548 - $8,004, which is about 24.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,548 - $8,004 |
24.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$751 - $917 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,446 - $1,768 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,818 - $4,666 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$534 - $652 |
2.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,327 - $2,844. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,327 - $2,844 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$682 - $834 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $380 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$135 - $165 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$905 - $1,106 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$179 - $219 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $490 - $598.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$490 - $598 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$159 - $195 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$122 - $149 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $403 - $493. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $628 - $768, which is about 2.4% 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 $382 - $466, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,150 - $1,406 |
4.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$140 - $172 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$628 - $768 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$382 - $466 |
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 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,113 - $1,361.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,113 - $1,361 |
4.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,113 - $1,361 |
4.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $9,586 - $11,716 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 36.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 38 guests spend between $4,318 - $5,278 on wedding photography, which is about 16.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $3,281 - $4,011. This makes up a portion of your (12.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,586 - $11,716 |
36.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$378 - $462 |
1.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
2.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$393 - $481 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$689 - $843 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,318 - $5,278 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,281 - $4,011 |
12.4% |