For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $50,529 - $61,757. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Orleans LA is approximately $225. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,529 - $61,757.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,529 - $61,757 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Augusta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $266 - $326. 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 $275 - $336.
In Augusta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,514 - $1,850. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,180 - $2,664 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $336 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,514 - $1,850 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New Orleans LA is $924 - $1,130. 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 |
$924 - $1,130 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$924 - $1,130 |
1.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,297 - $1,585, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $896 - $1,096.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,297 - $1,585 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$401 - $490 |
0.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $26,920 - $32,902, which is about 53.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,920 - $32,902 |
53.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,210 - $6,368 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,966 - $12,180 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,141 - $9,950 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,604 - $4,404 |
7.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,476 - $5,470. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,476 - $5,470 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$423 - $517 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$589 - $719 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,285 - $1,571 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$833 - $1,019 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,598 - $3,176. This is approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,598 - $3,176 |
5.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$424 - $518 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$665 - $813 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$347 - $424 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $833 - $1,018, 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 $525 - $641, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,982 - $2,422 |
3.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$833 - $1,018 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$525 - $641 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Augusta GA spend between $4,413 - $5,393 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $2,075 - $2,536 on wedding photography, which is about 4.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,584 - $1,936. That's about 3.1% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,413 - $5,393 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$362 - $442 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,075 - $2,536 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,584 - $1,936 |
3.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,319 - $1,613. This service accounts for 2.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,319 - $1,613 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,319 - $1,613 |
2.6% |
