For a wedding with 175 guests in the New orleans , the estimated total cost is around $39,005 - $47,673. 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 is approximately $248. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,005 - $47,673.
The average wedding cost in New orleans is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,005 - $47,673 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $260 - $318. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $281 - $343.
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,535 - $1,876. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,196 - $2,684 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$260 - $318 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$281 - $343 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,535 - $1,876 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New orleans is $626 - $765. 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 |
$626 - $765 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$626 - $765 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New orleans is $226 - $276. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,148 - $5,070, which is 10.6% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New orleans typically budget around $2,782 - $3,400 which is 7.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,148 - $5,070 |
10.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$451 - $551 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,782 - $3,400 |
7.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$915 - $1,119 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in New orleans , you should budget approximately $20,793 - $25,413, which is about 53.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,793 - $25,413 |
53.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,475 - $4,247 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,700 - $8,188 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,145 - $9,955 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,473 - $3,023 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,936 - $3,588. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,936 - $3,588 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$439 - $537 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$428 - $523 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$582 - $712 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$785 - $959 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$502 - $614 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $563 - $689.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$563 - $689 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$563 - $689 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $827 - $1,011. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$827 - $1,011 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$269 - $329 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New orleans area is $234 - $286. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in New orleans spend between $4,405 - $5,383 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New orleans with 175 guests spend between $2,309 - $2,823 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New orleans is $1,754 - $2,144. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,405 - $5,383 |
11.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,309 - $2,823 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,754 - $2,144 |
4.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New orleans is estimated to be $1,576 - $1,926. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,576 - $1,926 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,576 - $1,926 |
4.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $476 - $582.
| Transportation Cost |
$476 - $582 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$476 - $582 |
1.2% |