For a wedding with 38 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $9,455 - $11,556. 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 $276. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $9,455 - $11,556.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $9,455 - $11,556 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in New Orleans LA is $115 - $141. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$115 - $141 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$115 - $141 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,294 - $1,582, which is 13.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $895 - $1,093.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,294 - $1,582 |
13.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$895 - $1,093 |
9.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$400 - $488 |
4.2% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $2,534 - $3,097, which is about 26.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$2,534 - $3,097 |
26.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$629 - $769 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,203 - $1,471 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$701 - $857 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,262 - $1,542. This accounts for roughly 13.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,262 - $1,542 |
13.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$391 - $477 |
4.1% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$179 - $219 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$250 - $306 |
2.6% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$194 - $237 |
2.0% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$248 - $304 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,070 - $2,530 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 38 guests spend between $2,070 - $2,530 on wedding photography, which is about 21.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,070 - $2,530 |
21.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,070 - $2,530 |
21.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,317 - $1,609. This service accounts for 13.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,317 - $1,609 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,317 - $1,609 |
13.9% |
