For a wedding with 250 guests in the Metairie LA, the estimated total cost is around $40,902 - $49,992. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Metairie LA is approximately $182. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,902 - $49,992.
The average wedding cost in Metairie LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,902 - $49,992 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 $183 - $223. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $194 - $237.
In Metairie LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,096 - $1,340. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,554 - $1,900 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,096 - $1,340 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Metairie LA is $907 - $1,109. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Metairie LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$907 - $1,109 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$907 - $1,109 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Metairie LA is $207 - $253. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,306 - $1,596, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Metairie LA area is $912 - $1,114.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,306 - $1,596 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$912 - $1,114 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$394 - $482 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Metairie LA, you should budget approximately $27,050 - $33,062, which is about 66.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,050 - $33,062 |
66.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,856 - $5,935 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,817 - $13,221 |
26.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,935 - $9,699 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,443 - $4,208 |
8.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,874 - $2,290. This accounts for roughly 4.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,874 - $2,290 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$617 - $754 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$549 - $671 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$708 - $866 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $905 - $1,107.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$905 - $1,107 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$788 - $964 |
1.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,181 - $1,443. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,181 - $1,443 |
2.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$365 - $446 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $634 - $774, which is about 1.5% 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 $377 - $461, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$634 - $774 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$377 - $461 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Metairie LA area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $698 - $854.
| Other Events Cost |
$698 - $854 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$698 - $854 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$390 - $476 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Metairie LA spend between $3,577 - $4,371 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Metairie LA with 250 guests spend between $2,065 - $2,523 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Metairie LA is $1,512 - $1,848. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,577 - $4,371 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,065 - $2,523 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,512 - $1,848 |
3.7% |