For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $51,627 - $63,099. 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 $229. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,627 - $63,099.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,627 - $63,099 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $315. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $277 - $339.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,517 - $1,855. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,171 - $2,653 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,517 - $1,855 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New Orleans LA is $967 - $1,181. 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 |
$967 - $1,181 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$967 - $1,181 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $215 - $263. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,502 - $1,836, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,040 - $1,272.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,502 - $1,836 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$462 - $564 |
0.9% |
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 $28,484 - $34,814, which is about 55.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,484 - $34,814 |
55.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,419 - $6,623 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,446 - $12,768 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,762 - $10,710 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,857 - $4,714 |
7.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,940 - $4,816. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,940 - $4,816 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$421 - $515 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$667 - $815 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$597 - $729 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,213 - $1,483 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$851 - $1,040 |
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 $1,577 - $1,927.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,577 - $1,927 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$878 - $1,074 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$451 - $551 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,499 - $1,833. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,499 - $1,833 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$283 - $345 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$421 - $515 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $876 - $1,070, which is about 1.7% 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 $532 - $650, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,213 - $6,371 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,805 - $4,651 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$532 - $650 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $767 - $937.
| Other Events Cost |
$767 - $937 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$767 - $937 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $3,070 - $3,752 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $2,732 - $3,339 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,070 - $3,752 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,732 - $3,339 |
5.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,615 - $1,973. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,615 - $1,973 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,615 - $1,973 |
3.1% |