For a wedding with 400 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $112,562 - $137,576. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $313. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $112,562 - $137,576.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $112,562 - $137,576 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In West Orange NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $441 - $539. 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 $455 - $557.
In West Orange NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,507 - $3,064. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,610 - $4,412 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$441 - $539 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$207 - $253 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$455 - $557 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,507 - $3,064 |
2.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in West Orange NJ is $2,641 - $3,227. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the West Orange NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $7 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,641 - $3,227 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,641 - $3,227 |
2.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,144 - $2,620, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the West Orange NJ area is $1,482 - $1,812.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,144 - $2,620 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,482 - $1,812 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$662 - $809 |
0.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in West Orange NJ, you should budget approximately $67,187 - $82,117, which is about 59.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$67,187 - $82,117 |
59.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$15,314 - $18,718 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$29,299 - $35,809 |
26.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,981 - $14,643 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$10,593 - $12,947 |
9.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,912 - $12,114. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,912 - $12,114 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$695 - $849 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$320 - $391 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$995 - $1,217 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,670 - $4,486 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,381 - $2,910 |
2.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,213 - $5,149. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,213 - $5,149 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$679 - $829 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$314 - $384 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,067 - $1,304 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$603 - $737 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$600 - $734 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$466 - $570 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$484 - $592 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,340 - $1,638, which is about 1.2% 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 $845 - $1,033, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,191 - $3,901 |
2.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$309 - $377 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$307 - $375 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$391 - $477 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,340 - $1,638 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$845 - $1,033 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in West Orange NJ spend between $7,033 - $8,595 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in West Orange NJ with 400 guests spend between $3,428 - $4,190 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in West Orange NJ is $2,617 - $3,199. That's about 2.3% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,033 - $8,595 |
6.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$468 - $572 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,428 - $4,190 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,617 - $3,199 |
2.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in West Orange NJ is estimated to be $2,180 - $2,664. This service accounts for 1.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,180 - $2,664 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,180 - $2,664 |
1.9% |
