For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $47,616 - $58,198. 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 $302. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,616 - $58,198.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,616 - $58,198 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $427 - $521.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,363 - $2,888. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,789 - $3,409 |
5.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$427 - $521 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $662 - $809. 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 |
$662 - $809 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$662 - $809 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $53 - $65. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,686 - $4,506, which is 7.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $3,184 - $3,892 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,686 - $4,506 |
7.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$502 - $614 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,184 - $3,892 |
6.7% |
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 $20,912 - $25,560, which is about 43.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,912 - $25,560 |
43.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,621 - $4,425 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,028 - $8,590 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,712 - $9,426 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,552 - $3,119 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,909 - $3,555. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,909 - $3,555 |
6.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$213 - $261 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$748 - $914 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$915 - $1,119 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$585 - $715 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,148 - $1,403.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,148 - $1,403 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$583 - $713 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$296 - $362 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,058 - $1,293. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,058 - $1,293 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,293 - $1,581, which is about 2.7% 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 $779 - $953, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,727 - $9,444 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,654 - $6,910 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,293 - $1,581 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$779 - $953 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $823 - $1,005.
| Other Events Cost |
$823 - $1,005 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$823 - $1,005 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $458 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $3,513 - $4,293 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,615 - $3,197 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,513 - $4,293 |
7.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$517 - $631 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,615 - $3,197 |
5.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,730 - $2,114. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,730 - $2,114 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,730 - $2,114 |
3.6% |