For a wedding with 38 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $20,481 - $25,033. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $599. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,481 - $25,033.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,481 - $25,033 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $269 - $329.
In Charlotte NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,479 - $1,807. This represents about 7.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,748 - $2,136 |
8.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$269 - $329 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,479 - $1,807 |
7.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in New Orleans LA is $131 - $161. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $161 |
0.6% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,543 - $1,885, which is 7.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,067 - $1,304.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,543 - $1,885 |
7.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,067 - $1,304 |
5.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$476 - $582 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $5,546 - $6,778, which is about 27.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,546 - $6,778 |
27.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$737 - $901 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,410 - $1,724 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,889 - $3,531 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$509 - $623 |
2.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,782 - $2,178. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,782 - $2,178 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$419 - $512 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$737 - $901 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$199 - $243 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$129 - $157 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $235 - $287. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$235 - $287 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $853 - $1,043, which is about 4.2% 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 $538 - $658, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,391 - $1,701 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$853 - $1,043 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$538 - $658 |
2.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $791 - $967.
| Other Events Cost |
$791 - $967 |
3.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$791 - $967 |
3.9% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,089 - $6,219 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 38 guests spend between $2,469 - $3,017 on wedding photography, which is about 12.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,885 - $2,303. This makes up a portion of your (9.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,089 - $6,219 |
24.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$343 - $419 |
1.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,469 - $3,017 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,885 - $2,303 |
9.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,571 - $1,920. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,571 - $1,920 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,571 - $1,920 |
7.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $655 - $801.
| Transportation Cost |
$655 - $801 |
3.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$479 - $585 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$176 - $216 |
0.9% |