For a wedding with 175 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $48,675 - $59,491. 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 $309. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,675 - $59,491.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,675 - $59,491 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,582 - $1,934. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,706 - $2,086 |
3.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,582 - $1,934 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Los Angeles CA is $806 - $986. 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 |
$806 - $986 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$806 - $986 |
1.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,405 - $2,939, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,666 - $2,036.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,405 - $2,939 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,666 - $2,036 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$739 - $903 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $26,664 - $32,590, which is about 54.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,664 - $32,590 |
54.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,421 - $5,403 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,522 - $10,416 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,575 - $12,925 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,146 - $3,846 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,008 - $3,676. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,008 - $3,676 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$701 - $857 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$319 - $389 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$976 - $1,192 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $717 - $877.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$717 - $877 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$717 - $877 |
1.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,040 - $1,272. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$360 - $440 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $932 - $1,140, which is about 1.9% 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 $566 - $692, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,549 - $6,782 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,050 - $4,950 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$932 - $1,140 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$566 - $692 |
1.2% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,226 - $1,498.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,226 - $1,498 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,226 - $1,498 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $4,725 - $5,775 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 175 guests spend between $3,787 - $4,629 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,725 - $5,775 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$412 - $504 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,787 - $4,629 |
7.8% |