For a wedding with 125 guests in the Baton Rouge LA, the estimated total cost is around $33,173 - $40,545. 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 $295. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,173 - $40,545.
The average wedding cost in Baton Rouge LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,173 - $40,545 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Denham Springs LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $272 - $332. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $293 - $358.
In Denham Springs LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,618 - $1,978. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,305 - $2,817 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$272 - $332 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $358 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,618 - $1,978 |
4.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Baton Rouge LA is $437 - $534. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$437 - $534 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$437 - $534 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baton Rouge LA is $242 - $296. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,631 - $1,993, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baton Rouge LA area is $1,130 - $1,382.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,631 - $1,993 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,130 - $1,382 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$500 - $612 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
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 $14,534 - $17,764, which is about 43.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,534 - $17,764 |
43.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,425 - $2,963 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,708 - $5,754 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,692 - $6,956 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,710 - $2,090 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,555 - $3,123. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,555 - $3,123 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$490 - $598 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$653 - $799 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$552 - $674 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $822 - $1,004.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$822 - $1,004 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$391 - $477 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$191 - $233 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $690 - $844. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$690 - $844 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $933 - $1,141, which is about 2.8% 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 $563 - $688, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,575 - $6,813 |
16.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,079 - $4,985 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$933 - $1,141 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$563 - $688 |
1.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baton Rouge LA area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $820 - $1,002.
| Other Events Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$820 - $1,002 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$376 - $460 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA spend between $2,952 - $3,608 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA with 125 guests spend between $2,611 - $3,191 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,952 - $3,608 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,611 - $3,191 |
7.9% |