For a wedding with 75 guests in the Monroe LA, the estimated total cost is around $21,526 - $26,310. 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 $319. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,526 - $26,310.
The average wedding cost in Monroe LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,526 - $26,310 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 $190 - $232. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $204 - $250.
In Monroe LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,131 - $1,383. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,612 - $1,970 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$190 - $232 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$204 - $250 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
5.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Monroe LA is $239 - $293. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$239 - $293 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$239 - $293 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,237 - $1,511, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Monroe LA area is $858 - $1,048.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,237 - $1,511 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$858 - $1,048 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$379 - $463 |
1.8% |
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 Monroe LA, you should budget approximately $8,448 - $10,326, which is about 39.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,448 - $10,326 |
39.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,323 - $1,617 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,570 - $3,141 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,623 - $4,428 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$933 - $1,141 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,773 - $2,167. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,773 - $2,167 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$375 - $459 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$167 - $205 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$530 - $648 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$323 - $395 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$206 - $252 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $317 - $387. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$317 - $387 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $674 - $824, which is about 3.1% 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 $406 - $496, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,024 - $4,918 |
18.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,944 - $3,598 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$674 - $824 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$406 - $496 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$352 - $430 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Monroe LA spend between $2,290 - $2,798 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Monroe LA with 75 guests spend between $1,981 - $2,421 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,290 - $2,798 |
10.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$309 - $377 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,981 - $2,421 |
9.2% |