For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $37,429 - $45,747. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $333. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,429 - $45,747.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,429 - $45,747 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 $356 - $436. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $384 - $470.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,102 - $2,569. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,007 - $3,675 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$384 - $470 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,102 - $2,569 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $433 - $529. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$433 - $529 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$433 - $529 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $286 - $350. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$286 - $350 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,787 - $2,184, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,238 - $1,513.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,787 - $2,184 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,238 - $1,513 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$549 - $671 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $15,529 - $18,979, which is about 41.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,529 - $18,979 |
41.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,380 - $2,908 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,586 - $5,606 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,869 - $8,395 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,694 - $2,070 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,697 - $3,297. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,697 - $3,297 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$556 - $680 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$273 - $333 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$725 - $886 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$544 - $664 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$347 - $425 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $934 - $1,142.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$934 - $1,142 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$209 - $255 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $695 - $849. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$695 - $849 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,179 - $1,441, which is about 3.1% 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 $716 - $875, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,014 - $8,572 |
18.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,119 - $6,257 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$716 - $875 |
1.9% |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $911 - $1,113.
| Other Events Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$911 - $1,113 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $3,309 - $4,045 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $2,813 - $3,439 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,309 - $4,045 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$496 - $606 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,813 - $3,439 |
7.5% |