For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $38,028 - $46,478. 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 $241. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,028 - $46,478.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,028 - $46,478 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $245 - $299. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,461 - $1,785. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,706 - $2,085 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,461 - $1,785 |
3.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $627 - $767. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$627 - $767 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$627 - $767 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $177 - $217. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,031 - $3,705, which is 8.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $3,031 - $3,705 which is 8.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,031 - $3,705 |
8.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,031 - $3,705 |
8.0% |
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 $19,733 - $24,118, which is about 51.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,733 - $24,118 |
51.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,484 - $4,258 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,764 - $8,267 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,030 - $8,592 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,455 - $3,001 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,389 - $2,919. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,389 - $2,919 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$468 - $572 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$210 - $256 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$792 - $968 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$507 - $619 |
1.3% |
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 $835 - $1,021.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$835 - $1,021 |
2.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$562 - $686 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$274 - $334 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $885 - $1,081. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$885 - $1,081 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
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 Items
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $458 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,411 - $6,613 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,875 - $3,513 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $2,203 - $2,693. This makes up a portion of your (5.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,411 - $6,613 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$333 - $407 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,875 - $3,513 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,203 - $2,693 |
5.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,647 - $2,013. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,647 - $2,013 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
4.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $979 - $1,197.
| Transportation Cost |
$979 - $1,197 |
2.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$979 - $1,197 |
2.6% |