For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $48,365 - $59,113. 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 $215. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,365 - $59,113.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,365 - $59,113 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Long Beach CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $206 - $252. 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 $203 - $249.
In Long Beach CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,175 - $1,437. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,681 - $2,055 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,175 - $1,437 |
2.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Long Beach CA is $219 - $267. 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 |
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,623 - $5,651, which is 9.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,107 - $1,353.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $2,581 - $3,155 which is 5.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,623 - $5,651 |
9.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,581 - $3,155 |
5.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$935 - $1,143 |
1.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,969 - $3,629. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,969 - $3,629 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$428 - $524 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$525 - $641 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,181 - $1,443 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$643 - $785 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,610 - $1,968.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,610 - $1,968 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$785 - $959 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$608 - $743 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,580 - $3,154. This is approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,580 - $3,154 |
5.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$271 - $331 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$543 - $663 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$292 - $356 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$309 - $377 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$274 - $334 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $695 - $849, which is about 1.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $410 - $502, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,582 - $1,934 |
3.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$695 - $849 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Long Beach CA spend between $3,203 - $3,915 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $1,912 - $2,336 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $1,292 - $1,579. This makes up a portion of your (2.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,203 - $3,915 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,912 - $2,336 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,292 - $1,579 |
2.7% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$29,897 - $36,541 |
61.8% |