For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $35,896 - $43,872. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $228. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,896 - $43,872.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,896 - $43,872 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $286 - $350. 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 $308 - $376.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,686 - $2,060. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,412 - $2,948 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$286 - $350 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$308 - $376 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $624 - $762. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$624 - $762 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$624 - $762 |
1.7% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,601 - $4,401, which is 10.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,709 - $3,311 which is 7.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,601 - $4,401 |
10.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,709 - $3,311 |
7.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$892 - $1,090 |
2.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $19,049 - $23,282, which is about 53.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,049 - $23,282 |
53.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,405 - $4,161 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,564 - $8,022 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,656 - $8,136 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,424 - $2,962 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,419 - $2,957. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,419 - $2,957 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $534 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$580 - $708 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$782 - $956 |
2.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $939 - $1,147. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$939 - $1,147 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $941 - $1,150, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$941 - $1,150 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$941 - $1,150 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,248 - $2,748 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,248 - $2,748 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,248 - $2,748 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,248 - $2,748 |
6.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,535 - $1,876. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,535 - $1,876 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,535 - $1,876 |
4.3% |
