For a wedding with 38 guests in the New Orleans, Louisiana, the estimated total cost is around $32,402 - $39,602. 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, Louisiana is approximately $947. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,402 - $39,602.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans, Louisiana is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,402 - $39,602 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In La Mesa CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $382 - $466. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $393 - $481.
In La Mesa CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,165 - $2,647. This represents about 6.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,119 - $3,812 |
9.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$382 - $466 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$393 - $481 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,165 - $2,647 |
6.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in New Orleans, Louisiana is $152 - $186. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans, Louisiana area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$152 - $186 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$152 - $186 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,229 - $2,725, which is 6.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans, Louisiana area is $1,541 - $1,883.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,229 - $2,725 |
6.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,541 - $1,883 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$689 - $842 |
2.1% |
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, Louisiana, you should budget approximately $3,780 - $4,620, which is about 11.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$3,780 - $4,620 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$822 - $1,004 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,572 - $1,922 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$817 - $999 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$569 - $695 |
1.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,847 - $2,257. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,847 - $2,257 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$637 - $779 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$293 - $358 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$331 - $405 |
1.0% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$257 - $315 |
0.8% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$329 - $402 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $343 - $419. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$343 - $419 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$43 - $53 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$42 - $52 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,193 - $1,459, which is about 3.7% 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 $753 - $921, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,773 - $8,279 |
20.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,827 - $5,899 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$753 - $921 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in La Mesa CA spend between $8,409 - $10,277 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 26.0% of your overall budget.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans, Louisiana is $3,306 - $4,040. That's about 10.2% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,409 - $10,277 |
26.0% |
|
Additional Hours of Coverage
|
$467 - $571 |
1.4% |
|
Custom USB Drives or Digital Delivery
|
$297 - $363 |
0.9% |
|
Destination/Travel Fees
|
$1,894 - $2,314 |
5.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$499 - $609 |
1.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$543 - $663 |
1.7% |
|
Raw Footage
|
$756 - $924 |
2.3% |
|
Second Photographer/Shooter
|
$648 - $792 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,306 - $4,040 |
10.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans, Louisiana is estimated to be $2,267 - $2,771. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,267 - $2,771 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,267 - $2,771 |
7.0% |
