For a wedding with 175 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $43,551 - $53,229. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $277. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,551 - $53,229.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,551 - $53,229 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 $207 - $253. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $214 - $262.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,178 - $1,440. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,697 - $2,074 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$214 - $262 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,178 - $1,440 |
2.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $676 - $826. 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 |
$676 - $826 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$676 - $826 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,553 - $1,899, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,074 - $1,312.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,553 - $1,899 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$480 - $586 |
1.1% |
Event Venue & Services
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 $23,775 - $29,059, which is about 54.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$23,775 - $29,059 |
54.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,904 - $4,772 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,468 - $9,128 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$9,703 - $11,859 |
22.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,700 - $3,300 |
6.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,525 - $1,863. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,525 - $1,863 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$302 - $369 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $698 - $854, which is about 1.6% 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 $440 - $538, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,370 - $5,341 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,231 - $3,949 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$698 - $854 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$440 - $538 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,205 - $5,139 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,768 - $3,383 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,205 - $5,139 |
9.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$354 - $432 |
0.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$529 - $647 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,768 - $3,383 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,581 - $1,933. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,581 - $1,933 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,581 - $1,933 |
3.6% |
