For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Orleans, the estimated total cost is around $60,488 - $73,930. 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 $269. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,488 - $73,930.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,488 - $73,930 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 $270 - $330. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $291 - $355.
In New Orleans LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,589 - $1,943. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,275 - $2,781 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$291 - $355 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,589 - $1,943 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in New Orleans is $1,004 - $1,227. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,004 - $1,227 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans is $233 - $285. 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 |
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,616 - $1,975, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans area is $1,119 - $1,367.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,616 - $1,975 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,119 - $1,367 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$497 - $607 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in New Orleans, you should budget approximately $29,559 - $36,127, which is about 48.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,559 - $36,127 |
48.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,714 - $6,984 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,015 - $13,463 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,762 - $10,710 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,067 - $4,971 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,111 - $5,025. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,111 - $5,025 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$450 - $550 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$692 - $846 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$626 - $766 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,258 - $1,538 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$880 - $1,076 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,641 - $2,005.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,641 - $2,005 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$926 - $1,132 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$467 - $571 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,744 - $2,132. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,744 - $2,132 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$293 - $358 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$437 - $534 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$260 - $318 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $940 - $1,148, 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 $571 - $697, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,801 - $7,091 |
9.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,081 - $4,987 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$940 - $1,148 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$571 - $697 |
0.9% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$234 - $286 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $824 - $1,008.
| Other Events Cost |
$824 - $1,008 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in New Orleans spend between $5,845 - $7,143 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans with 250 guests spend between $2,910 - $3,556 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans is $2,211 - $2,703. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,845 - $7,143 |
9.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$385 - $471 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,211 - $2,703 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans is estimated to be $3,593 - $4,391. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,593 - $4,391 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,593 - $4,391 |
5.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,635 - $1,999.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,635 - $1,999 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,635 - $1,999 |
2.7% |