For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $37,452 - $45,774. 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 $166. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,452 - $45,774.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,452 - $45,774 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $200 - $244. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$293 - $359 |
0.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in United States is $106 - $130. 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 |
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $860 - $1,052, which is 2.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $860 - $1,052.
| Entertainment Cost |
$860 - $1,052 |
2.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$860 - $1,052 |
2.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,621 - $3,203. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,621 - $3,203 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$311 - $381 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$426 - $520 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,129 - $1,379 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$615 - $751 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,292 - $1,580.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,292 - $1,580 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$716 - $876 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$484 - $592 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $982 - $1,200. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$982 - $1,200 |
2.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$446 - $546 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$232 - $284 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $722 - $882, which is about 1.9% 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 HIM) is estimated at $426 - $520, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,148 - $1,403 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$722 - $882 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$426 - $520 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in United States spend between $3,435 - $4,199 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $1,842 - $2,252 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,244 - $1,520. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,435 - $4,199 |
9.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$349 - $427 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,842 - $2,252 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,244 - $1,520 |
3.3% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$26,714 - $32,650 |
71.3% |