For a wedding with 175 guests in the Baton Rouge LA, the estimated total cost is around $43,616 - $53,308. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Baton Rouge LA is approximately $277. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,616 - $53,308.
The average wedding cost in Baton Rouge LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,616 - $53,308 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Baton Rouge LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $315 - $385. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $340 - $416.
In Baton Rouge LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,861 - $2,275. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,663 - $3,255 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$315 - $385 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$340 - $416 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,861 - $2,275 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Baton Rouge LA is $648 - $792. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Baton Rouge LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$648 - $792 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$648 - $792 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baton Rouge LA is $176 - $216. 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 |
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,908 - $3,554, which is 6.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Baton Rouge LA typically budget around $2,908 - $3,554 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,908 - $3,554 |
6.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,908 - $3,554 |
6.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Baton Rouge LA, you should budget approximately $21,513 - $26,293, which is about 49.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,513 - $26,293 |
49.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,565 - $4,357 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,872 - $8,400 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,537 - $10,435 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,538 - $3,102 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,054 - $3,732. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,054 - $3,732 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$457 - $559 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$437 - $535 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$617 - $754 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$814 - $994 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$521 - $637 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,137 - $1,389.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,137 - $1,389 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$578 - $706 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,094 - $1,337. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,094 - $1,337 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$276 - $338 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $635 - $776, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$635 - $776 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$635 - $776 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baton Rouge LA area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA spend between $4,756 - $5,812 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA with 175 guests spend between $2,414 - $2,950 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baton Rouge LA is $1,834 - $2,242. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,756 - $5,812 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$508 - $620 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,414 - $2,950 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,834 - $2,242 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Baton Rouge LA is estimated to be $3,409 - $4,167. This service accounts for 7.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,409 - $4,167 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,409 - $4,167 |
7.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,014 - $1,240.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,014 - $1,240 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
2.3% |