For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Orleans LA, the estimated total cost is around $57,191 - $69,900. 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 $363. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,191 - $69,900.
The average wedding cost in New Orleans LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,191 - $69,900 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cary NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $596 - $728. 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 $642 - $784.
In Cary NC, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,507 - $4,287. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,019 - $6,135 |
8.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$596 - $728 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$275 - $336 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$642 - $784 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,507 - $4,287 |
6.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Orleans LA is $662 - $809. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$662 - $809 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$662 - $809 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Orleans LA is $227 - $277. 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 |
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,946 - $6,046, which is 8.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Orleans LA area is $1,066 - $1,302.
For a live band, couples in New Orleans LA typically budget around $2,920 - $3,568 which is 5.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,946 - $6,046 |
8.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,066 - $1,302 |
1.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,920 - $3,568 |
5.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$961 - $1,175 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in New Orleans LA, you should budget approximately $20,206 - $24,696, which is about 35.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,206 - $24,696 |
35.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,608 - $4,410 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,955 - $8,501 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,075 - $8,647 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,568 - $3,138 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,296 - $4,028. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,296 - $4,028 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$459 - $561 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$508 - $620 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$625 - $763 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$584 - $714 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,258 - $1,538.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,258 - $1,538 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$585 - $715 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,450 - $1,772. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,450 - $1,772 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$215 - $263 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$101 - $123 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$320 - $391 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,877 - $2,295, which is about 3.3% 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 $1,139 - $1,393, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,167 - $13,649 |
19.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,150 - $9,962 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,877 - $2,295 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,139 - $1,393 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Orleans LA 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 $786 - $960.
| Other Events Cost |
$786 - $960 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$786 - $960 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$374 - $457 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$374 - $457 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in New Orleans LA spend between $5,912 - $7,226 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Orleans LA with 175 guests spend between $2,789 - $3,409 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Orleans LA is $2,120 - $2,591. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,912 - $7,226 |
10.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$265 - $323 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$288 - $352 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,789 - $3,409 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,120 - $2,591 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Orleans LA is estimated to be $1,654 - $2,022. This service accounts for 2.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,654 - $2,022 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,654 - $2,022 |
2.9% |