For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $35,052 - $42,842. 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 $223. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,052 - $42,842.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,052 - $42,842 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 $275 - $336. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $295 - $361.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,616 - $1,975. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,312 - $2,826 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $336 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,616 - $1,975 |
4.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $218 - $266. 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 |
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $954 - $1,166, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $954 - $1,166.
| Entertainment Cost |
$954 - $1,166 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$954 - $1,166 |
2.7% |
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 LA, you should budget approximately $19,976 - $24,415, which is about 57.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,976 - $24,415 |
57.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,313 - $4,049 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,386 - $7,806 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,918 - $9,678 |
22.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,358 - $2,882 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,449 - $1,771. This accounts for roughly 4.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,449 - $1,771 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$409 - $499 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$556 - $680 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$484 - $592 |
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 $814 - $994.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$814 - $994 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$537 - $657 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$276 - $338 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $776 - $948. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$776 - $948 |
2.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $906 - $1,108, which is about 2.6% 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 $550 - $672, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,393 - $6,591 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,937 - $4,811 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$906 - $1,108 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$550 - $672 |
1.6% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,554 - $3,122 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,169 - $2,651 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,554 - $3,122 |
7.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$385 - $471 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,169 - $2,651 |
6.2% |