For a wedding with 75 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $20,139 - $24,615. 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 is approximately $298. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,139 - $24,615.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,139 - $24,615 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $364 - $444. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $375 - $459.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,064 - $2,522. This represents about 10.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,973 - $3,633 |
14.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$364 - $444 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$170 - $208 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$375 - $459 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,064 - $2,522 |
10.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in New Orleans is $270 - $330. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$270 - $330 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$270 - $330 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,479 - $1,807, which is 7.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans area is $1,022 - $1,250.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,479 - $1,807 |
7.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
5.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$456 - $558 |
2.3% |
Event Venue & Services
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, you should budget approximately $7,643 - $9,341, which is about 37.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$7,643 - $9,341 |
37.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,456 - $1,780 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,785 - $3,403 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$2,395 - $2,927 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,007 - $1,231 |
5.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,287 - $2,795. This accounts for roughly 11.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,287 - $2,795 |
11.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$454 - $554 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$588 - $718 |
2.9% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$455 - $557 |
2.3% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$582 - $712 |
2.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans spend between $3,810 - $4,656 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 75 guests spend between $2,365 - $2,891 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,810 - $4,656 |
18.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$262 - $320 |
1.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$361 - $441 |
1.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$293 - $358 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$529 - $647 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,365 - $2,891 |
11.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans is estimated to be $1,505 - $1,839. This service accounts for 7.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,505 - $1,839 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,505 - $1,839 |
7.5% |
