For a wedding with 38 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $32,434 - $39,642. 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 $948. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,434 - $39,642.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,434 - $39,642 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $192 - $234. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $198 - $242.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,091 - $1,333. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,570 - $1,918 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$198 - $242 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in New Orleans LA is $116 - $142. 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 |
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$116 - $142 |
0.4% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $12,923 - $15,795, which is 39.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $932 - $1,139.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,678 - $3,274 which is 8.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$12,923 - $15,795 |
39.8% |
|
Artistic Performances
|
$1,442 - $1,762 |
4.4% |
|
Childrens Entertainment or Childcare
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$932 - $1,139 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$416 - $508 |
1.3% |
|
Humor and Novelty
|
$542 - $662 |
1.7% |
|
Interactive Experiences
|
$690 - $844 |
2.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,678 - $3,274 |
8.3% |
|
Musician/s or Soloist or Ensemble
|
$833 - $1,019 |
2.6% |
|
Visual Spectacles
|
$4,280 - $5,232 |
13.2% |
Event Venue & Services
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 $3,001 - $3,667, which is about 9.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$3,001 - $3,667 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$653 - $798 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,248 - $1,526 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$649 - $793 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$451 - $551 |
1.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,303 - $1,593. This accounts for roughly 4.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,303 - $1,593 |
4.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$397 - $485 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$182 - $222 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $414 - $506.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $269 - $329. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $639 - $781, which is about 2.0% 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 $402 - $492, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,318 - $5,278 |
13.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,277 - $4,005 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$639 - $781 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$402 - $492 |
1.2% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $690 - $844.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,049 - $1,283 |
3.2% |
|
Lodging
|
$359 - $439 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$690 - $844 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,226 - $6,388 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 38 guests spend between $2,156 - $2,636 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,647 - $2,013. This makes up a portion of your (5.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,226 - $6,388 |
16.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$262 - $320 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$339 - $415 |
1.0% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$293 - $358 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$529 - $647 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,156 - $2,636 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
5.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,372 - $1,676. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,372 - $1,676 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,372 - $1,676 |
4.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $655 - $801.
| Transportation Cost |
$655 - $801 |
2.0% |
|
Group Transportation
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$479 - $585 |
1.5% |