For a wedding with 125 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $40,802 - $49,869. 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 $363. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,802 - $49,869.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,802 - $49,869 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 $315 - $385. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,857 - $2,269. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,657 - $3,247 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,857 - $2,269 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Los Angeles CA is $491 - $601. 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 |
$491 - $601 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$491 - $601 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Los Angeles CA is $316 - $386. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$316 - $386 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,974 - $2,412, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,367 - $1,671.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,974 - $2,412 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$607 - $741 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Los Angeles CA, you should budget approximately $16,204 - $19,804, which is about 39.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,204 - $19,804 |
39.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,565 - $3,135 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,945 - $6,043 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,869 - $8,395 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,825 - $2,231 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,629 - $4,435. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,629 - $4,435 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$850 - $1,038 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$386 - $472 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$358 - $438 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$849 - $1,037 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$724 - $884 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$463 - $565 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $977 - $1,195.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$416 - $508 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,049 - $1,283. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,049 - $1,283 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,037 - $1,267, which is about 2.5% 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 $629 - $769, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,666 - $2,036 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,037 - $1,267 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$629 - $769 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,006 - $1,230.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$509 - $623 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $7,121 - $8,703 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 125 guests spend between $3,109 - $3,799 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Los Angeles CA is $2,362 - $2,886. This makes up a portion of your (5.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,121 - $8,703 |
17.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$436 - $532 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$526 - $642 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$689 - $843 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,109 - $3,799 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,362 - $2,886 |
5.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Los Angeles CA is estimated to be $2,121 - $2,593. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,121 - $2,593 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,121 - $2,593 |
5.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $762 - $932.
| Transportation Cost |
$762 - $932 |
1.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$762 - $932 |
1.9% |