For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $43,690 - $53,398. 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 $277. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,690 - $53,398.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,690 - $53,398 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 $208 - $254. 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 $224 - $274.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,227 - $1,499. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,755 - $2,145 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$224 - $274 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans is $614 - $750. 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 |
$614 - $750 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$614 - $750 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans is $227 - $277. 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 |
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,100 - $5,012, which is 9.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans area is $980 - $1,198.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans typically budget around $2,686 - $3,282 which is 6.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,100 - $5,012 |
9.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$980 - $1,198 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$435 - $531 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,686 - $3,282 |
6.1% |
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 $18,601 - $22,735, which is about 42.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,601 - $22,735 |
42.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,382 - $4,134 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,521 - $7,970 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,291 - $7,689 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,408 - $2,943 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,933 - $3,585. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,933 - $3,585 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$202 - $246 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$457 - $559 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$569 - $695 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$770 - $941 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$492 - $602 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $858 - $1,048.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$858 - $1,048 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$548 - $670 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$310 - $378 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,330 - $1,626. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,330 - $1,626 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$287 - $351 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $730 - $892, which is about 1.7% 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 $443 - $541, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,342 - $5,306 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,169 - $3,873 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$730 - $892 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$443 - $541 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $723 - $883.
| Other Events Cost |
$723 - $883 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$723 - $883 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in New Orleans spend between $3,435 - $4,199 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 175 guests spend between $2,229 - $2,725 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,435 - $4,199 |
7.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$315 - $385 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$385 - $471 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$506 - $618 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,229 - $2,725 |
5.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans is estimated to be $3,148 - $3,848. This service accounts for 7.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,148 - $3,848 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,148 - $3,848 |
7.2% |
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 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
2.3% |