For a wedding with 125 guests in the Elizabeth NJ, the estimated total cost is around $30,352 - $37,096. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Elizabeth NJ is approximately $270. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,352 - $37,096.
The average wedding cost in Elizabeth NJ is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,352 - $37,096 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Elizabeth NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $206 - $252. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$290 - $354 |
1.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$206 - $252 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Elizabeth NJ is $429 - $525. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Elizabeth NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Elizabeth NJ is $131 - $160. 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 |
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,713 - $2,093, which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,713 - $2,093 |
5.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$584 - $714 |
1.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,129 - $1,379 |
3.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Elizabeth NJ, you should budget approximately $11,569 - $14,139, which is about 38.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,569 - $14,139 |
38.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,806 - $4,652 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,287 - $7,685 |
20.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,475 - $1,803 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,323 - $2,839. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,323 - $2,839 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$608 - $743 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$738 - $902 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$572 - $699 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$406 - $496 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $529 - $647.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$529 - $647 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$354 - $432 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $282 - $344. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$282 - $344 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $731 - $893, which is about 2.4% 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 $440 - $538, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,390 - $5,366 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,219 - $3,935 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$731 - $893 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$440 - $538 |
1.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $965 - $1,179.
| Other Events Cost |
$965 - $1,179 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$965 - $1,179 |
3.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Elizabeth NJ spend between $7,732 - $9,450 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Elizabeth NJ with 125 guests spend between $3,733 - $4,563 on wedding photography, which is about 12.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Elizabeth NJ is $3,193 - $3,903. This makes up a portion of your (10.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,732 - $9,450 |
25.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$317 - $387 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$489 - $597 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,733 - $4,563 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,193 - $3,903 |
10.5% |