For a wedding with 75 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $35,808 - $43,766. 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 $530. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,808 - $43,766.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,808 - $43,766 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $272 - $332. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $287 - $351.
In Saint Louis MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,626 - $1,988. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,307 - $2,819 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$272 - $332 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$287 - $351 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,626 - $1,988 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in New Orleans LA is $265 - $323. 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 |
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $220 - $268. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,551 - $3,117, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,099 - $1,343.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,551 - $3,117 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$474 - $580 |
1.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$977 - $1,195 |
2.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $10,192 - $12,456, which is about 28.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,192 - $12,456 |
28.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,387 - $1,695 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,110 - $3,801 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,712 - $5,759 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$984 - $1,202 |
2.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,035 - $2,487. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,035 - $2,487 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$469 - $573 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$209 - $255 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$644 - $788 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$334 - $408 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $558 - $682.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$558 - $682 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $374 - $457. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $928 - $1,134, which is about 2.6% 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 $553 - $675, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,565 - $6,801 |
15.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,084 - $4,992 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$928 - $1,134 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$553 - $675 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $842 - $1,029.
| Other Events Cost |
$842 - $1,029 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$842 - $1,029 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $6,130 - $7,492 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 75 guests spend between $2,488 - $3,040 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,822 - $2,226. This makes up a portion of your (5.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,130 - $7,492 |
17.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$273 - $333 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $424 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$392 - $480 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$294 - $360 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$515 - $629 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,488 - $3,040 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,822 - $2,226 |
5.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $3,657 - $4,469. This service accounts for 10.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,657 - $4,469 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,657 - $4,469 |
10.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $484 - $592.
| Transportation Cost |
$484 - $592 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$484 - $592 |
1.4% |