For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $44,525 - $54,419. 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 $283. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,525 - $54,419.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,525 - $54,419 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $428 - $524. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $455 - $556.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,570 - $3,141. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,643 - $4,453 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$428 - $524 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$455 - $556 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,570 - $3,141 |
5.8% |
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 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$628 - $768 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $218 - $266. 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 |
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,429 - $1,747, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $998 - $1,220.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,429 - $1,747 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$998 - $1,220 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$431 - $527 |
1.0% |
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 $21,163 - $25,865, which is about 47.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,163 - $25,865 |
47.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,354 - $4,100 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,523 - $7,973 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,907 - $10,887 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,378 - $2,906 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,820 - $3,446. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,820 - $3,446 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$455 - $556 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$492 - $602 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$590 - $721 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$793 - $969 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $600 |
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 $857 - $1,047.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$857 - $1,047 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$545 - $666 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$312 - $382 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $872 - $1,066. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$872 - $1,066 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,407 - $1,719, which is about 3.2% 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 $838 - $1,024, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,216 - $3,930 |
7.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$305 - $373 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$379 - $463 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,407 - $1,719 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA area is $242 - $296. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $765 - $935.
| Other Events Cost |
$765 - $935 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$765 - $935 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$390 - $476 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $3,915 - $4,785 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,260 - $2,762 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $1,655 - $2,023. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,915 - $4,785 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,260 - $2,762 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,655 - $2,023 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $3,323 - $4,061. This service accounts for 7.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,323 - $4,061 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,323 - $4,061 |
7.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,045 - $1,277.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,045 - $1,277 |
2.3% |