For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $66,517 - $81,299. 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 $296. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $66,517 - $81,299.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $66,517 - $81,299 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Alpharetta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $553 - $675. 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 $595 - $727.
In Alpharetta GA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,252 - $3,974. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,655 - $5,689 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$553 - $675 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$595 - $727 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,252 - $3,974 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New Orleans LA is $1,051 - $1,285. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $225 - $275. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,605 - $1,961, which is 2.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,112 - $1,359.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,605 - $1,961 |
2.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,112 - $1,359 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$493 - $603 |
0.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $29,778 - $36,396, which is about 44.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,778 - $36,396 |
44.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,688 - $6,952 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,965 - $13,401 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,077 - $11,095 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,048 - $4,948 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,303 - $5,259. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,303 - $5,259 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$474 - $580 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$784 - $958 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$665 - $813 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,319 - $1,613 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,764 - $2,156.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,764 - $2,156 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$923 - $1,128 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$529 - $647 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,934 - $2,364. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,934 - $2,364 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$333 - $407 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$494 - $604 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$293 - $359 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$224 - $274 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,716 - $2,098, which is about 2.6% 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 $1,042 - $1,274, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,211 - $12,480 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,452 - $9,108 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,716 - $2,098 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,042 - $1,274 |
1.6% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $819 - $1,001.
| Other Events Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,519 - $6,745 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $2,894 - $3,538 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $2,199 - $2,687. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,519 - $6,745 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$426 - $520 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,894 - $3,538 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,199 - $2,687 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $3,570 - $4,364. This service accounts for 5.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,570 - $4,364 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,570 - $4,364 |
5.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $476 - $582.
| Transportation Cost |
$476 - $582 |
0.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$476 - $582 |
0.7% |