For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $95,458 - $116,670. 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 $424. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $95,458 - $116,670.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $95,458 - $116,670 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Burlingame CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $852 - $1,042. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $919 - $1,123.
In Burlingame CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,026 - $6,142. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,191 - $8,789 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$852 - $1,042 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$394 - $482 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$919 - $1,123 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,026 - $6,142 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Los Angeles CA is $1,292 - $1,580. 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 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,292 - $1,580 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,292 - $1,580 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $349 - $427. 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 |
$349 - $427 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,492 - $3,046, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,726 - $2,110.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,492 - $3,046 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,726 - $2,110 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$766 - $936 |
0.8% |
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 $42,382 - $51,800, which is about 44.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$42,382 - $51,800 |
44.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,979 - $8,529 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,453 - $16,443 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$16,983 - $20,757 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,967 - $6,071 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,774 - $7,057. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,774 - $7,057 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$768 - $938 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$349 - $427 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$950 - $1,161 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,624 - $1,984 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,038 - $1,268 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,184 - $2,670.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,184 - $2,670 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$175 - $213 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$236 - $288 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,132 - $1,384 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$642 - $784 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,082 - $3,766. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,082 - $3,766 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$402 - $492 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$356 - $435 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$187 - $229 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$599 - $732 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$237 - $289 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$392 - $480 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$356 - $435 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$272 - $332 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$282 - $344 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,628 - $3,212, which is about 2.8% 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 $1,596 - $1,950, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,636 - $19,110 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$11,412 - $13,948 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,628 - $3,212 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,596 - $1,950 |
1.7% |
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 $1,271 - $1,553.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,271 - $1,553 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,271 - $1,553 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $8,354 - $10,210 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $3,925 - $4,797 on wedding photography, which is about 4.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,982 - $3,644. This makes up a portion of your (3.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,354 - $10,210 |
8.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$361 - $441 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$561 - $685 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,925 - $4,797 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,982 - $3,644 |
3.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $2,678 - $3,274. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,678 - $3,274 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,678 - $3,274 |
2.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,945 - $2,377.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,945 - $2,377 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,945 - $2,377 |
2.0% |