For a wedding with 175 guests in the Monroe LA, the estimated total cost is around $38,944 - $47,598. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Monroe LA is approximately $247. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,944 - $47,598.
The average wedding cost in Monroe LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,944 - $47,598 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Monroe LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $264 - $322. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $273 - $333.
In Monroe LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,497 - $1,829. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,156 - $2,636 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$273 - $333 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,497 - $1,829 |
3.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Monroe LA is $626 - $765. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Monroe LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$626 - $765 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$626 - $765 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,099 - $1,343, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monroe LA area is $760 - $928.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,099 - $1,343 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$760 - $928 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$339 - $415 |
0.9% |
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 Monroe LA, you should budget approximately $17,816 - $21,775, which is about 45.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,816 - $21,775 |
45.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,417 - $4,177 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,537 - $7,989 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,498 - $6,720 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,363 - $2,889 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,875 - $4,737. This accounts for roughly 10.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,875 - $4,737 |
10.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$508 - $620 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$869 - $1,063 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$564 - $690 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,108 - $3,798. This is approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,108 - $3,798 |
8.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$510 - $624 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$800 - $978 |
2.1% |
|
Postage
|
$396 - $484 |
1.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$451 - $551 |
1.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$349 - $427 |
0.9% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $825 - $1,009, which is about 2.1% 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 $520 - $636, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,965 - $2,401 |
5.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$825 - $1,009 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$520 - $636 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monroe LA spend between $3,816 - $4,664 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monroe LA with 175 guests spend between $1,757 - $2,147 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Monroe LA is $1,341 - $1,639. That's about 3.4% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,816 - $4,664 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $435 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,757 - $2,147 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,341 - $1,639 |
3.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Monroe LA is estimated to be $1,118 - $1,366. This service accounts for 2.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,118 - $1,366 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,118 - $1,366 |
2.9% |