For a wedding with 175 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $62,948 - $76,936. 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 $400. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,948 - $76,936.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,948 - $76,936 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Mateo CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $409 - $499. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $438 - $536.
In San Mateo CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,431 - $2,971. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,462 - $4,232 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$409 - $499 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$438 - $536 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,431 - $2,971 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Los Angeles CA is $749 - $915. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$749 - $915 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$749 - $915 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $347 - $425. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$347 - $425 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,192 - $2,679, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,519 - $1,857.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,192 - $2,679 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,519 - $1,857 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$672 - $822 |
1.1% |
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 $26,750 - $32,694, which is about 42.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,750 - $32,694 |
42.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,936 - $4,810 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,640 - $9,338 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,399 - $15,155 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,775 - $3,391 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,141 - $5,061. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,141 - $5,061 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$782 - $956 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$350 - $428 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$499 - $609 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$961 - $1,175 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$945 - $1,155 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$604 - $738 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $964 - $1,178.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$964 - $1,178 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$634 - $774 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$330 - $404 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,197 - $1,463. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,197 - $1,463 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$202 - $246 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$93 - $113 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$307 - $375 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,283 - $1,569, which is about 2.0% 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 $772 - $944, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,660 - $9,362 |
12.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,604 - $6,850 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,283 - $1,569 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$772 - $944 |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,103 - $1,348.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,103 - $1,348 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,103 - $1,348 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$510 - $624 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $7,562 - $9,242 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 175 guests spend between $3,508 - $4,288 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,690 - $3,288. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,562 - $9,242 |
12.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$365 - $446 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$465 - $569 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$534 - $652 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,508 - $4,288 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,690 - $3,288 |
4.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $4,856 - $5,936. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,856 - $5,936 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,856 - $5,936 |
7.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,137 - $1,389.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,137 - $1,389 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
1.8% |