For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $32,247 - $39,413. 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 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,247 - $39,413.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,247 - $39,413 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $628 - $768. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$628 - $768 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$628 - $768 |
1.9% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,510 - $1,846, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,047 - $1,279.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,510 - $1,846 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,047 - $1,279 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $567 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
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 $20,714 - $25,317, which is about 64.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,714 - $25,317 |
64.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,404 - $4,160 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,607 - $8,075 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,304 - $10,150 |
25.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,399 - $2,932 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,086 - $3,772. This accounts for roughly 9.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,086 - $3,772 |
9.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $589 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$629 - $769 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$794 - $970 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$508 - $620 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $851 - $1,041. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
2.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$282 - $344 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $760 - $928.
| Other Events Cost |
$760 - $928 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$760 - $928 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $458 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $2,725 - $3,331 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,416 - $2,952 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,725 - $3,331 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$310 - $378 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,416 - $2,952 |
7.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,598 - $1,954. This service accounts for 5.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,598 - $1,954 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,598 - $1,954 |
5.0% |