For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $45,254 - $55,310. 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 $201. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,254 - $55,310.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,254 - $55,310 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Clarksville TN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,222 - $1,494. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,222 - $1,494 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,222 - $1,494 |
2.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New Orleans LA is $990 - $1,210. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$990 - $1,210 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$990 - $1,210 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $230 - $282. 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 |
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,437 - $1,757, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $994 - $1,214.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,437 - $1,757 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$994 - $1,214 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $27,762 - $33,932, which is about 61.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,762 - $33,932 |
61.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,611 - $6,857 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,732 - $13,116 |
23.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,540 - $9,216 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,880 - $4,742 |
8.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,174 - $1,434.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,174 - $1,434 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$921 - $1,125 |
2.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,696 - $2,072. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,696 - $2,072 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$276 - $338 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$434 - $530 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $695 - $849, which is about 1.5% 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 $438 - $536, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,133 - $1,385 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$695 - $849 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$438 - $536 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $736 - $900.
| Other Events Cost |
$736 - $900 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$736 - $900 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,257 - $6,425 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $2,581 - $3,155 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,971 - $2,409. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,257 - $6,425 |
11.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$312 - $382 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,581 - $3,155 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,971 - $2,409 |
4.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,463 - $1,788. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,463 - $1,788 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,463 - $1,788 |
3.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,154 - $2,632.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,154 - $2,632 |
4.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,675 - $2,047 |
3.7% |