What Does a Wedding Really Cost in Los Angeles?

2026 pricing for Los Angeles, California. Every category, from venue to invitations — with low, average, and high estimates.

$46,900 Budget
$78,200 Average
$140,800 Luxury
Category Budget Average Luxury
Venue $13,200 $22,000 $39,600
Catering $10,800 $18,000 $32,400
Photography $4,500 $7,500 $13,500
Decor & Rentals $3,600 $6,000 $10,800
Wedding Planner $3,600 $6,000 $10,800
Flowers & Florals $3,300 $5,500 $9,900
Wedding Dress $2,700 $4,500 $8,100
Other (Cake, Favors, etc.) $2,400 $4,000 $7,200
DJ / Band $2,100 $3,500 $6,300
Invitations & Stationery $700 $1,200 $2,200
Total Wedding Cost $46,900 $78,200 $140,800
Venue
Budget $13,200
Average $22,000
Luxury $39,600
Catering
Budget $10,800
Average $18,000
Luxury $32,400
Photography
Budget $4,500
Average $7,500
Luxury $13,500
Decor & Rentals
Budget $3,600
Average $6,000
Luxury $10,800
Wedding Planner
Budget $3,600
Average $6,000
Luxury $10,800
Flowers & Florals
Budget $3,300
Average $5,500
Luxury $9,900
Wedding Dress
Budget $2,700
Average $4,500
Luxury $8,100
Other (Cake, Favors, etc.)
Budget $2,400
Average $4,000
Luxury $7,200
DJ / Band
Budget $2,100
Average $3,500
Luxury $6,300
Invitations & Stationery
Budget $700
Average $1,200
Luxury $2,200
Total Wedding Cost
Budget $46,900
Average $78,200
Luxury $140,800

Wedding Budget Tips for Los Angeles

Planning a wedding in Los Angeles doesn't have to break the bank. Here's how to get the most from your budget:

Book Off-Peak

Friday and Sunday weddings in Los Angeles can save 20–30% on venue costs. January–March is the quietest season.

Compare 3+ Quotes

Always get at least 3 vendor quotes. Prices for the same service in Los Angeles can vary by 40% or more.

Prioritize What Matters

Spend more on what you'll remember (photos, food) and less on what guests won't notice (invitations, favors).

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