For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $50,652 - $61,908. 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 $225. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,652 - $61,908.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,652 - $61,908 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 $302 - $369. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $324 - $396.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,774 - $2,168. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,538 - $3,102 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$324 - $396 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New Orleans LA is $983 - $1,201. 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 |
$983 - $1,201 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$983 - $1,201 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $221 - $270. 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 |
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,434 - $1,752, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $993 - $1,213.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,434 - $1,752 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$993 - $1,213 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$441 - $539 |
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 $27,059 - $33,073, which is about 53.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,059 - $33,073 |
53.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,241 - $6,405 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,102 - $12,346 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,988 - $9,763 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,730 - $4,558 |
7.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,975 - $4,859. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,975 - $4,859 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$465 - $569 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$667 - $815 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$609 - $745 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,233 - $1,507 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$789 - $965 |
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 $1,560 - $1,906.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,560 - $1,906 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$452 - $552 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,678 - $2,050. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,678 - $2,050 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$420 - $514 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $944 - $1,154, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $573 - $701, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,620 - $6,868 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,102 - $5,014 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$944 - $1,154 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$573 - $701 |
1.1% |
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 $732 - $894.
| Other Events Cost |
$732 - $894 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$732 - $894 |
1.4% |
| 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 $2,611 - $3,191 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $2,258 - $2,760 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,611 - $3,191 |
5.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,258 - $2,760 |
4.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,635 - $1,999.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,635 - $1,999 |
3.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,635 - $1,999 |
3.2% |