For a wedding with 38 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $24,259 - $29,649. 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 $709. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,259 - $29,649.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,259 - $29,649 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Streamwood IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $244 - $298. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $273 - $333.
In Streamwood IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,493 - $1,825. This represents about 6.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,109 - $2,577 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$273 - $333 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,493 - $1,825 |
6.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in New Orleans LA is $104 - $128. 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 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$104 - $128 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $86 - $105. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,695 - $5,739, which is 19.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $814 - $994.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,724 - $3,330 which is 11.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,695 - $5,739 |
19.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$814 - $994 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$395 - $483 |
1.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,724 - $3,330 |
11.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$762 - $932 |
3.1% |
Event Venue
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 $4,188 - $5,118, which is about 17.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,188 - $5,118 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$474 - $580 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$922 - $1,126 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,435 - $2,976 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$357 - $437 |
1.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $755 - $923. This accounts for roughly 3.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$755 - $923 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$485 - $593 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
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 $86 - $105.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $155 - $189. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$41 - $51 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $786 - $960, which is about 3.2% 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 $473 - $578, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,457 - $1,781 |
6.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$199 - $243 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$786 - $960 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$473 - $578 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $232 - $284. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$232 - $284 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$232 - $284 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $652 - $796.
| Other Events Cost |
$652 - $796 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$652 - $796 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $501 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,174 - $6,324 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 38 guests spend between $1,910 - $2,334 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,633 - $1,995. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,174 - $6,324 |
21.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$243 - $297 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$305 - $373 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$378 - $462 |
1.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$255 - $311 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$451 - $551 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,910 - $2,334 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,633 - $1,995 |
6.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,525 - $1,863. This service accounts for 6.3% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $2,633 - $3,218. This service accounts for 10.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,157 - $5,081 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,525 - $1,863 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,633 - $3,218 |
10.9% |