For a wedding with 125 guests in the Baton Rouge, the estimated total cost is around $29,159 - $35,639. 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 is approximately $259. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,159 - $35,639.
The average wedding cost in Baton Rouge is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,159 - $35,639 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 $148 - $180. 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 $158 - $194.
In Baton Rouge LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $866 - $1,058. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,240 - $1,516 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$158 - $194 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$866 - $1,058 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Baton Rouge is $442 - $540. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Baton Rouge area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$442 - $540 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$442 - $540 |
1.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,544 - $1,887, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baton Rouge area is $1,069 - $1,307.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,544 - $1,887 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,069 - $1,307 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$474 - $580 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Baton Rouge, you should budget approximately $14,784 - $18,070, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,784 - $18,070 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,437 - $2,979 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,698 - $5,742 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,915 - $7,229 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,954 - $2,388. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,954 - $2,388 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$433 - $529 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$612 - $748 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$554 - $678 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$355 - $433 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $395 - $483.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$395 - $483 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$395 - $483 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $630 - $770. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$630 - $770 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $182 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$132 - $162 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $534 - $652, which is about 1.8% 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 $324 - $396, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,175 - $3,881 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$534 - $652 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$324 - $396 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baton Rouge area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Baton Rouge spend between $3,102 - $3,792 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baton Rouge with 125 guests spend between $2,813 - $3,439 on wedding photography, which is about 9.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,102 - $3,792 |
10.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$289 - $353 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,813 - $3,439 |
9.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Baton Rouge is estimated to be $1,658 - $2,026. This service accounts for 5.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,658 - $2,026 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,658 - $2,026 |
5.7% |