For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $37,839 - $46,247. 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 $240. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,839 - $46,247.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,839 - $46,247 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 $359 - $439. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $386 - $472.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,116 - $2,586. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,861 - $3,497 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$386 - $472 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,116 - $2,586 |
5.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans is $638 - $780. 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 |
$638 - $780 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$638 - $780 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans is $173 - $211. 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 |
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,316 - $4,052, which is 8.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans typically budget around $2,853 - $3,487 which is 7.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,316 - $4,052 |
8.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$463 - $565 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,853 - $3,487 |
7.5% |
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 $19,792 - $24,190, which is about 52.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,792 - $24,190 |
52.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,543 - $4,331 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,831 - $8,349 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,896 - $8,428 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,522 - $3,082 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,392 - $2,924. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,392 - $2,924 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$442 - $540 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$437 - $534 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$801 - $979 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$512 - $626 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,145 - $1,399.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,145 - $1,399 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$574 - $702 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,085 - $1,327. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,085 - $1,327 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
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 $5,187 - $6,339 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 175 guests spend between $2,733 - $3,341 on wedding photography, which is about 7.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans is $2,077 - $2,539. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,187 - $6,339 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$376 - $460 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,733 - $3,341 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,077 - $2,539 |
5.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,016 - $1,242.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,016 - $1,242 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
2.7% |