For a wedding with 75 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $24,384 - $29,802. 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 $361. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,384 - $29,802.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,384 - $29,802 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Baton Rouge LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $192 - $234. 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 $206 - $252.
In Baton Rouge LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,143 - $1,397. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,627 - $1,989 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$206 - $252 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in New Orleans LA is $219 - $267. 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 |
$219 - $267 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$219 - $267 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $216 - $264. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$216 - $264 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,738 - $2,124, 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 $914 - $1,117.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,738 - $2,124 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$914 - $1,117 |
3.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$824 - $1,008 |
3.4% |
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 $8,442 - $10,318, which is about 34.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,442 - $10,318 |
34.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,346 - $1,645 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,612 - $3,192 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,662 - $4,476 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$823 - $1,005 |
3.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,783 - $2,179. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,783 - $2,179 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $535 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$196 - $240 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$548 - $670 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$276 - $338 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$176 - $216 |
0.7% |
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 $188 - $230.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$188 - $230 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$188 - $230 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $365 - $446. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$365 - $446 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $651 - $795, which is about 2.7% 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 $392 - $480, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,888 - $4,752 |
15.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,845 - $3,477 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$651 - $795 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$392 - $480 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $663 - $811.
| Other Events Cost |
$663 - $811 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$663 - $811 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $458 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,430 - $2,970 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 75 guests spend between $2,109 - $2,577 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,430 - $2,970 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$321 - $393 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,109 - $2,577 |
8.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,395 - $1,705. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,395 - $1,705 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,395 - $1,705 |
5.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $822 - $1,004.
| Transportation Cost |
$822 - $1,004 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$477 - $583 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$345 - $421 |
1.4% |