For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $46,066 - $56,302. 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 $205. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,066 - $56,302.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,066 - $56,302 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 $232 - $284. 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 $222 - $272.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,283 - $1,569. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,848 - $2,258 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$222 - $272 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,283 - $1,569 |
2.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $167 - $204. 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 |
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,297 - $2,807, which is 5.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,297 - $2,807 which is 5.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,297 - $2,807 |
5.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,297 - $2,807 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,262 - $3,986. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,262 - $3,986 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$352 - $430 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$512 - $626 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,449 - $1,771 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$789 - $965 |
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 $1,237 - $1,511.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,237 - $1,511 |
2.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$895 - $1,093 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$342 - $418 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,230 - $1,504. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,230 - $1,504 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$329 - $403 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $3,093 - $3,781 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 250 guests spend between $1,847 - $2,257 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,247 - $1,524. This makes up a portion of your (2.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,093 - $3,781 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,847 - $2,257 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,247 - $1,524 |
2.7% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$32,933 - $40,251 |
71.5% |