For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $54,725 - $66,887. 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 $243. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $54,725 - $66,887.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $54,725 - $66,887 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 $208 - $254. 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 $224 - $274.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,225 - $1,497. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,753 - $2,143 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,225 - $1,497 |
2.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Los Angeles CA is $1,013 - $1,239. 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 |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $226 - $276. 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 |
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,205 - $5,139, which is 7.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,005 - $1,229.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $2,753 - $3,365 which is 5.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,205 - $5,139 |
7.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$446 - $546 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,753 - $3,365 |
5.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $28,696 - $35,072, which is about 52.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,696 - $35,072 |
52.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,676 - $6,938 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,942 - $13,374 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,037 - $9,823 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,040 - $4,938 |
7.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,262 - $5,209. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,262 - $5,209 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$434 - $530 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$575 - $703 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,272 - $1,554 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$814 - $994 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,859 - $2,273.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,859 - $2,273 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$920 - $1,124 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$655 - $801 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,516 - $3,075. This is approximately 4.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,516 - $3,075 |
4.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$411 - $503 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$612 - $748 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$371 - $453 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$364 - $444 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$277 - $339 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$290 - $354 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $743 - $909, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $451 - $551, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,194 - $1,460 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$743 - $909 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$451 - $551 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Los Angeles CA area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $741 - $905.
| Other Events Cost |
$741 - $905 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$741 - $905 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $2,674 - $3,268 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $2,286 - $2,794 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,674 - $3,268 |
4.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$388 - $474 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,286 - $2,794 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $3,227 - $3,945. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,227 - $3,945 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,227 - $3,945 |
5.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,741 - $2,127.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,741 - $2,127 |
3.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,741 - $2,127 |
3.2% |