For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $37,683 - $46,057. 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 $239. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,683 - $46,057.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,683 - $46,057 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Tallahassee FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $220 - $268. 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 $237 - $289.
In Tallahassee FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,312 - $1,604. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,868 - $2,284 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,312 - $1,604 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $671 - $820. 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 |
$671 - $820 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$671 - $820 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $232 - $284. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,312 - $5,270, which is 11.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,131 - $1,383.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $3,181 - $3,887 which is 8.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,312 - $5,270 |
11.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
3.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,181 - $3,887 |
8.4% |
Event Venue
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 $20,631 - $25,215, which is about 54.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,631 - $25,215 |
54.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,617 - $4,421 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,021 - $8,581 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,444 - $9,098 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,549 - $3,115 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,221 - $1,493. This accounts for roughly 3.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,221 - $1,493 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$680 - $832 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$541 - $661 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $583 - $713.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$583 - $713 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$583 - $713 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $583 - $713. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$583 - $713 |
1.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$299 - $365 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $752 - $920, 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 $454 - $554, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,206 - $1,474 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$752 - $920 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$454 - $554 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $821 - $1,003.
| Other Events Cost |
$821 - $1,003 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$821 - $1,003 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,946 - $6,046 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,613 - $3,193 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $2,003 - $2,448. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,946 - $6,046 |
13.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,613 - $3,193 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,003 - $2,448 |
5.3% |