For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $51,751 - $63,251. 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 $230. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,751 - $63,251.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,751 - $63,251 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $497 - $607. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $514 - $628.
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,823 - $3,451. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,066 - $4,970 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$497 - $607 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$514 - $628 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,823 - $3,451 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New Orleans LA is $929 - $1,135. 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 |
$929 - $1,135 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$929 - $1,135 |
1.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,319 - $1,612, which is 2.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $912 - $1,114.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,319 - $1,612 |
2.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$407 - $497 |
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 $27,144 - $33,176, which is about 52.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,144 - $33,176 |
52.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,272 - $6,444 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,085 - $12,327 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,141 - $9,950 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,646 - $4,456 |
7.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,132 - $6,272. This accounts for roughly 9.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,132 - $6,272 |
9.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$427 - $521 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$593 - $725 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,292 - $1,579 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$837 - $1,023 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,957 - $4,837. This is approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,957 - $4,837 |
7.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$656 - $802 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$304 - $372 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,032 - $1,262 |
2.0% |
|
Postage
|
$466 - $570 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$583 - $713 |
1.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$449 - $549 |
0.9% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$466 - $570 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Austin TX spend between $4,577 - $5,594 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $2,110 - $2,578 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 $1,611 - $1,969. That's about 3.1% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,577 - $5,594 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$464 - $567 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,110 - $2,578 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,611 - $1,969 |
3.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,342 - $1,640. This service accounts for 2.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,342 - $1,640 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,342 - $1,640 |
2.6% |
