For a wedding with 175 guests in the Baton Rouge LA, the estimated total cost is around $43,505 - $53,173. 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 LA is approximately $276. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,505 - $53,173.
The average wedding cost in Baton Rouge LA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,505 - $53,173 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Denham Springs LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $262 - $320. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $284 - $347.
In Denham Springs LA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,548 - $1,892. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,215 - $2,707 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$262 - $320 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $347 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,548 - $1,892 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Baton Rouge LA is $624 - $762. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Baton Rouge LA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$624 - $762 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$624 - $762 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Baton Rouge LA is $175 - $213. 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 |
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,143 - $5,063, which is 9.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Baton Rouge LA area is $991 - $1,211.
For a live band, couples in Baton Rouge LA typically budget around $2,713 - $3,315 which is 6.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,143 - $5,063 |
9.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$991 - $1,211 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$439 - $537 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,713 - $3,315 |
6.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Baton Rouge LA, you should budget approximately $18,691 - $22,845, which is about 43.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,691 - $22,845 |
43.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,380 - $4,131 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,515 - $7,963 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,391 - $7,811 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,406 - $2,940 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,178 - $3,884. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,178 - $3,884 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$421 - $515 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$667 - $815 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$868 - $1,060 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$555 - $679 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $977 - $1,195.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$547 - $669 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$285 - $349 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $508 - $620. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$508 - $620 |
1.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $861 - $1,053, which is about 2.0% 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 $523 - $639, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,126 - $6,266 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,742 - $4,574 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$861 - $1,053 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$523 - $639 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Baton Rouge LA area is $235 - $287. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $730 - $892.
| Other Events Cost |
$730 - $892 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$730 - $892 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA spend between $5,368 - $6,560 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Baton Rouge LA with 175 guests spend between $2,635 - $3,221 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Baton Rouge LA is $2,002 - $2,446. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,368 - $6,560 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$387 - $473 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,635 - $3,221 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,002 - $2,446 |
4.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Baton Rouge LA is estimated to be $1,536 - $1,878. This service accounts for 3.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,536 - $1,878 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,536 - $1,878 |
3.5% |