For a wedding with 400 guests in the Monroe LA, the estimated total cost is around $71,124 - $86,930. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monroe LA is approximately $198. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $71,124 - $86,930.
The average wedding cost in Monroe LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $71,124 - $86,930 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Monroe LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $213 - $261. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $226 - $276.
In Monroe LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,278 - $1,562. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,813 - $2,215 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$213 - $261 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$226 - $276 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,278 - $1,562 |
1.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Monroe LA is $2,003 - $2,448. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Monroe LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,003 - $2,448 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,003 - $2,448 |
2.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,362 - $4,109, which is 4.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Monroe LA typically budget around $2,264 - $2,767 which is 3.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,362 - $4,109 |
4.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$360 - $440 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,264 - $2,767 |
3.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$738 - $902 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Monroe LA, you should budget approximately $40,741 - $49,795, which is about 57.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$40,741 - $49,795 |
57.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,155 - $13,633 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,712 - $26,536 |
30.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,875 - $9,625 |
11.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,683 - $8,168. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,683 - $8,168 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$424 - $518 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$489 - $597 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,619 - $3,201 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,655 - $2,023 |
2.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,659 - $3,249. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,659 - $3,249 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$466 - $570 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$221 - $271 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$772 - $944 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$451 - $551 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$414 - $506 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$334 - $408 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $720 - $880, which is about 1.0% 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 $428 - $524, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,148 - $1,404 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$720 - $880 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$428 - $524 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monroe LA spend between $4,000 - $4,888 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monroe LA with 400 guests spend between $1,888 - $2,308 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Monroe LA is $1,418 - $1,734. That's about 2.0% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,000 - $4,888 |
5.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $402 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$365 - $446 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,888 - $2,308 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,418 - $1,734 |
2.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Monroe LA is estimated to be $1,321 - $1,615. This service accounts for 1.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,321 - $1,615 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,321 - $1,615 |
1.9% |