For a wedding with 175 guests in the Baton Rouge LA, the estimated total cost is around $44,880 - $54,854. 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 $285. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,880 - $54,854.
The average wedding cost in Baton Rouge LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,880 - $54,854 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $385 - $471. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $398 - $486.
In Lafayette LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,188 - $2,674. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,151 - $3,851 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$385 - $471 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$180 - $220 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$398 - $486 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,188 - $2,674 |
4.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Lafayette LA is $236 - $288. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,636 - $2,000, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baton Rouge LA area is $1,131 - $1,383.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,636 - $2,000 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$505 - $617 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Baton Rouge LA, you should budget approximately $21,800 - $26,644, which is about 48.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,800 - $26,644 |
48.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,015 - $4,907 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,682 - $9,389 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,326 - $8,954 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,777 - $3,395 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,151 - $5,073. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,151 - $5,073 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$725 - $886 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$990 - $1,210 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$690 - $844 |
1.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,291 - $2,801. This is approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,291 - $2,801 |
5.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$386 - $472 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$607 - $741 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$342 - $418 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$275 - $336 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,211 - $1,481, 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 $764 - $934, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,976 - $2,415 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,211 - $1,481 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$764 - $934 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baton Rouge LA area is $231 - $283. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $838 - $1,024.
| Other Events Cost |
$838 - $1,024 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA spend between $5,387 - $6,584 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA with 175 guests spend between $2,615 - $3,197 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baton Rouge LA is $1,997 - $2,441. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,387 - $6,584 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$380 - $464 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$394 - $482 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,615 - $3,197 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,997 - $2,441 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Baton Rouge LA is estimated to be $1,663 - $2,033. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,663 - $2,033 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,663 - $2,033 |
3.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,521 - $1,859.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,521 - $1,859 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$481 - $587 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.3% |