For a wedding with 250 guests in the Los Angeles CA, the estimated total cost is around $76,074 - $92,980. 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 $338. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $76,074 - $92,980.
The average wedding cost in Los Angeles CA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $76,074 - $92,980 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Hermosa Beach CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $591 - $723. 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 $636 - $778.
In Hermosa Beach CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,480 - $4,254. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,982 - $6,089 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$591 - $723 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$636 - $778 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,480 - $4,254 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Los Angeles CA is $1,183 - $1,445. 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 |
$1,183 - $1,445 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,183 - $1,445 |
1.6% |
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 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$352 - $430 |
0.5% |
|
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 $6,547 - $8,001, which is 8.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Los Angeles CA area is $1,565 - $1,913.
For a live band, couples in Los Angeles CA typically budget around $4,287 - $5,239 which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,547 - $8,001 |
8.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,565 - $1,913 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$695 - $849 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,287 - $5,239 |
5.6% |
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 $34,508 - $42,176, which is about 45.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,508 - $42,176 |
45.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,519 - $7,967 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,566 - $15,358 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,784 - $13,180 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,640 - $5,671 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,788 - $7,074. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,788 - $7,074 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$733 - $895 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$333 - $407 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$827 - $1,011 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,699 - $2,077 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,086 - $1,328 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,998 - $2,442.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,998 - $2,442 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$219 - $267 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,058 - $1,293 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$560 - $684 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,408 - $2,944. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,408 - $2,944 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$351 - $429 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$164 - $200 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$521 - $637 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$237 - $289 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$342 - $418 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$311 - $380 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$246 - $300 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,883 - $2,301, 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 $1,142 - $1,396, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,201 - $13,691 |
14.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,177 - $9,994 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,883 - $2,301 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,142 - $1,396 |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$319 - $389 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,152 - $1,408.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,152 - $1,408 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,152 - $1,408 |
1.5% |
| 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 $5,128 - $6,268 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA with 250 guests spend between $3,559 - $4,349 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,128 - $6,268 |
6.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$361 - $441 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$519 - $635 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$689 - $843 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,559 - $4,349 |
4.7% |