For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $41,859 - $51,161. 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 $266. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,859 - $51,161.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,859 - $51,161 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 $195 - $239. 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 $211 - $257.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,153 - $1,409. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,650 - $2,016 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$195 - $239 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$211 - $257 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,153 - $1,409 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $670 - $818. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Orleans LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$670 - $818 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$670 - $818 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $226 - $276. 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 |
$226 - $276 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,566 - $1,914, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,085 - $1,326.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,566 - $1,914 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,085 - $1,326 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $589 |
1.2% |
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 $20,611 - $25,191, which is about 49.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,611 - $25,191 |
49.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,657 - $4,469 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,050 - $8,616 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,302 - $8,924 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,603 - $3,181 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,386 - $4,138. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,386 - $4,138 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$528 - $646 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$473 - $579 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$633 - $773 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$922 - $1,126 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$590 - $721 |
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 $1,139 - $1,393.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,139 - $1,393 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$593 - $725 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$320 - $392 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,205 - $1,473. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,205 - $1,473 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$202 - $246 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$298 - $364 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $677 - $827, which is about 1.6% 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 $411 - $503, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,088 - $1,330 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$677 - $827 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$411 - $503 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $799 - $977.
| Other Events Cost |
$799 - $977 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$799 - $977 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $4,648 - $5,680 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,466 - $3,014 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,874 - $2,290. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,648 - $5,680 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$308 - $376 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,466 - $3,014 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,874 - $2,290 |
4.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $3,482 - $4,256. This service accounts for 8.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,482 - $4,256 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,482 - $4,256 |
8.3% |
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 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
2.4% |