For a wedding with 125 guests in the Newark NJ, the estimated total cost is around $49,320 - $60,280. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Newark NJ is approximately $438. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,320 - $60,280.
The average wedding cost in Newark NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,320 - $60,280 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Freehold NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $391 - $477. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $419 - $513.
In Freehold NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,327 - $2,844. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,313 - $4,049 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$391 - $477 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$419 - $513 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,327 - $2,844 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Newark NJ is $482 - $590. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Newark NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$482 - $590 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$482 - $590 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Newark NJ is $316 - $386. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$316 - $386 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,432 - $2,972, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Newark NJ area is $1,686 - $2,060.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,432 - $2,972 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$746 - $912 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Newark NJ, you should budget approximately $21,611 - $26,413, which is about 43.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,611 - $26,413 |
43.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,623 - $3,205 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,091 - $6,223 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,048 - $14,726 |
24.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,849 - $2,259 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,326 - $4,065. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,326 - $4,065 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$696 - $850 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $381 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$608 - $744 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$389 - $475 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $932 - $1,140.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$932 - $1,140 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$422 - $516 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $361 - $441. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$361 - $441 |
0.7% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,306 - $1,596, which is about 2.6% 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 $787 - $961, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,800 - $9,534 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,708 - $6,976 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,306 - $1,596 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$787 - $961 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Newark NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Newark NJ spend between $7,968 - $9,738 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Newark NJ with 125 guests spend between $3,893 - $4,759 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Newark NJ is $2,984 - $3,648. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,968 - $9,738 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$427 - $521 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$663 - $811 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,893 - $4,759 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,984 - $3,648 |
6.1% |