For a wedding with 175 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $82,904 - $101,328. 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 $526. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $82,904 - $101,328.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $82,904 - $101,328 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 $578 - $706. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $623 - $761.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,409 - $4,167. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,878 - $5,962 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$578 - $706 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$623 - $761 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,409 - $4,167 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Los Angeles CA is $837 - $1,023. 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 |
$837 - $1,023 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$837 - $1,023 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $352 - $430. 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 |
$352 - $430 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$153 - $187 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $8,843 - $10,808, which is 10.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,740 - $2,126.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $4,763 - $5,821 which is 5.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$8,843 - $10,808 |
10.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,740 - $2,126 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$771 - $943 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,763 - $5,821 |
5.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,569 - $1,917 |
1.9% |
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 $27,199 - $33,243, which is about 32.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,199 - $33,243 |
32.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,568 - $5,583 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,806 - $10,762 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,575 - $12,925 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,251 - $3,973 |
3.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,627 - $5,655. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,627 - $5,655 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$746 - $912 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$339 - $415 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$794 - $970 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$672 - $822 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,645 - $2,011.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,645 - $2,011 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$157 - $191 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$741 - $905 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$537 - $657 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,957 - $2,391. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,957 - $2,391 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$338 - $413 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$157 - $191 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$500 - $612 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$198 - $242 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$299 - $365 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,880 - $2,298, which is about 2.3% 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 $1,140 - $1,394, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,562 - $15,354 |
15.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$421 - $515 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$420 - $514 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,164 - $9,978 |
9.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$536 - $656 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,880 - $2,298 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,280 - $1,564.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,280 - $1,564 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,280 - $1,564 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $11,128 - $13,600 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 175 guests spend between $4,834 - $5,908 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $3,673 - $4,489. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,128 - $13,600 |
13.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$361 - $441 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$500 - $612 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$639 - $781 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,121 - $1,370 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,834 - $5,908 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,673 - $4,489 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $5,584 - $6,824. This service accounts for 6.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,584 - $6,824 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,584 - $6,824 |
6.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,186 - $1,450.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,186 - $1,450 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,186 - $1,450 |
1.4% |