For a wedding with 125 guests in the Baton Rouge LA, the estimated total cost is around $22,697 - $27,741. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Baton Rouge LA is approximately $202. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,697 - $27,741.
The average wedding cost in Baton Rouge LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,697 - $27,741 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Baton Rouge LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $365 - $447. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $378 - $462.
In Baton Rouge LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,078 - $2,540. This represents about 9.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,993 - $3,658 |
13.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $447 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$378 - $462 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,078 - $2,540 |
9.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Baton Rouge LA is $460 - $562. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Baton Rouge LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$460 - $562 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$460 - $562 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baton Rouge LA is $229 - $279. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$229 - $279 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,491 - $1,823, which is 6.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baton Rouge LA area is $1,031 - $1,261.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,491 - $1,823 |
6.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,031 - $1,261 |
4.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$460 - $562 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Baton Rouge LA, you should budget approximately $7,405 - $9,051, which is about 32.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,405 - $9,051 |
32.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,543 - $3,108 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,863 - $5,943 |
21.4% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $728 - $890.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$728 - $890 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$180 - $220 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$418 - $510 |
1.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $898 - $1,098. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$898 - $1,098 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$151 - $185 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,124 - $1,374, which is about 5.0% 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 $708 - $866, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,832 - $2,240 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$708 - $866 |
3.1% |
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA spend between $5,496 - $6,718 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA with 125 guests spend between $2,676 - $3,270 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baton Rouge LA is $2,042 - $2,496. This makes up a portion of your (9.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,496 - $6,718 |
24.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$384 - $470 |
1.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$394 - $482 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,676 - $3,270 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,042 - $2,496 |
9.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,165 - $1,423.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,165 - $1,423 |
5.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$481 - $587 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$684 - $836 |
3.0% |