For a wedding with 400 guests in the Opelousas LA, the estimated total cost is around $61,338 - $74,968. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Opelousas LA is approximately $170. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,338 - $74,968.
The average wedding cost in Opelousas LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,338 - $74,968 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Opelousas LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $167 - $204. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $185 - $227.
In Opelousas LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,017 - $1,243. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,437 - $1,757 |
2.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$185 - $227 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
1.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Opelousas LA is $1,805 - $2,206. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Opelousas LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,805 - $2,206 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,805 - $2,206 |
2.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Opelousas LA is $185 - $226. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,444 - $4,210, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Opelousas LA area is $713 - $871.
For a live band, couples in Opelousas LA typically budget around $2,386 - $2,916 which is 3.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,444 - $4,210 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$713 - $871 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$346 - $422 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,386 - $2,916 |
3.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Opelousas LA, you should budget approximately $33,403 - $40,825, which is about 54.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,403 - $40,825 |
54.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,042 - $11,052 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$17,556 - $21,458 |
28.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,804 - $8,316 |
11.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,664 - $6,922. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,664 - $6,922 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$311 - $381 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$401 - $490 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,009 - $2,455 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,430 - $1,748 |
2.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,629 - $1,991.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,629 - $1,991 |
2.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,629 - $1,991 |
2.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,049 - $2,505. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,049 - $2,505 |
3.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$798 - $976 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$438 - $536 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$564 - $690 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Opelousas LA area is $210 - $256. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$369 - $451 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Opelousas LA spend between $3,995 - $4,883 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Opelousas LA with 400 guests spend between $1,672 - $2,044 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Opelousas LA is $1,430 - $1,748. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,995 - $4,883 |
6.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$406 - $496 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,672 - $2,044 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,430 - $1,748 |
2.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Opelousas LA is estimated to be $2,307 - $2,819. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,307 - $2,819 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,307 - $2,819 |
3.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,842 - $5,918.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,842 - $5,918 |
7.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$382 - $466 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,460 - $5,452 |
7.3% |