For a wedding with 400 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $116,065 - $141,857. 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 $322. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $116,065 - $141,857.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $116,065 - $141,857 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $408 - $498. 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 $439 - $537.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,401 - $2,935. This represents about 2.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,437 - $4,201 |
3.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$408 - $498 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$189 - $231 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$439 - $537 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,401 - $2,935 |
2.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Los Angeles CA is $2,549 - $3,115. 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 $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,549 - $3,115 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,549 - $3,115 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $341 - $417. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$341 - $417 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,471 - $3,021, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,712 - $2,092.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,471 - $3,021 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,712 - $2,092 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$760 - $928 |
0.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $66,362 - $81,109, which is about 57.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$66,362 - $81,109 |
57.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$14,091 - $17,223 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$27,165 - $33,201 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,076 - $18,426 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$10,030 - $12,258 |
8.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,826 - $10,788. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,826 - $10,788 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$772 - $944 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$351 - $429 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,393 - $1,703 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,060 - $1,296 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,202 - $3,914 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,048 - $2,503 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,509 - $4,289.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,509 - $4,289 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,286 - $2,794 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$942 - $1,152 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,560 - $4,351. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,560 - $4,351 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$591 - $723 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$277 - $339 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$880 - $1,076 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$473 - $578 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$525 - $641 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$400 - $488 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$414 - $506 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,272 - $1,554, 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 $771 - $943, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,496 - $10,384 |
7.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$285 - $349 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$284 - $348 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,520 - $6,746 |
4.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$364 - $444 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,272 - $1,554 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$771 - $943 |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,260 - $1,540.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,260 - $1,540 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,260 - $1,540 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $8,282 - $10,122 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 400 guests spend between $3,892 - $4,756 on wedding photography, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,957 - $3,614. This makes up a portion of your (2.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,282 - $10,122 |
7.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$361 - $441 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$689 - $843 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,892 - $4,756 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,957 - $3,614 |
2.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $5,495 - $6,716. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,495 - $6,716 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,495 - $6,716 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $650 - $794.
| Transportation Cost |
$650 - $794 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$650 - $794 |
0.6% |