For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $76,415 - $93,397. 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 $340. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $76,415 - $93,397.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $76,415 - $93,397 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Canoga Park CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $343 - $419. 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 $370 - $452.
In Canoga Park CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,025 - $2,475. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,897 - $3,541 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$159 - $195 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$370 - $452 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,025 - $2,475 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Los Angeles CA is $1,256 - $1,536. 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 |
$1,256 - $1,536 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,256 - $1,536 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $332 - $406. 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 |
$332 - $406 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,501 - $3,057, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,733 - $2,118.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,501 - $3,057 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,733 - $2,118 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$769 - $939 |
1.0% |
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 $43,322 - $52,949, which is about 56.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$43,322 - $52,949 |
56.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,996 - $8,550 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,487 - $16,485 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$17,859 - $21,827 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,980 - $6,086 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,459 - $6,672. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,459 - $6,672 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$696 - $850 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$316 - $386 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$853 - $1,043 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,007 - $1,231 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,578 - $1,928 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,033 - $2,485.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,033 - $2,485 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$184 - $224 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,135 - $1,387 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$579 - $707 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,163 - $2,643. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,163 - $2,643 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$363 - $443 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$169 - $207 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$538 - $658 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$321 - $393 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$246 - $300 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,175 - $1,436, which is about 1.5% 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 $712 - $870, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,983 - $8,535 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,097 - $6,229 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,175 - $1,436 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$712 - $870 |
0.9% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,275 - $1,559.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,275 - $1,559 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,275 - $1,559 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $7,367 - $9,004 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $3,938 - $4,814 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,993 - $3,658. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,367 - $9,004 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$436 - $532 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,938 - $4,814 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,993 - $3,658 |
3.9% |