For a wedding with 125 guests in the Rutherford NJ, the estimated total cost is around $35,761 - $43,707. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rutherford NJ is approximately $318. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,761 - $43,707.
The average wedding cost in Rutherford NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,761 - $43,707 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Wood Ridge NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $441 - $539. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $491 - $601.
In Wood Ridge NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,696 - $3,296. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,808 - $4,654 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$441 - $539 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$491 - $601 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,696 - $3,296 |
7.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Rutherford NJ is $496 - $606. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rutherford NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$496 - $606 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$496 - $606 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Rutherford NJ is $322 - $394. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$322 - $394 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,127 - $2,599, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rutherford NJ area is $1,432 - $1,750.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,127 - $2,599 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,432 - $1,750 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$695 - $849 |
1.9% |
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 Rutherford NJ, you should budget approximately $17,159 - $20,973, which is about 48.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,159 - $20,973 |
48.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,240 - $2,738 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,348 - $5,314 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,886 - $10,860 |
24.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,126 - $3,820. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,126 - $3,820 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$664 - $812 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$881 - $1,077 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$553 - $675 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$393 - $481 |
1.1% |
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 $833 - $1,019.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$833 - $1,019 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$404 - $494 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $692 - $846. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$692 - $846 |
1.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,382 - $1,690, which is about 3.9% 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 $831 - $1,015, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,213 - $2,705 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,382 - $1,690 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$831 - $1,015 |
2.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Rutherford NJ area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$528 - $646 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Rutherford NJ spend between $3,361 - $4,107 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rutherford NJ with 125 guests spend between $3,361 - $4,107 on wedding photography, which is about 9.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,361 - $4,107 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,361 - $4,107 |
9.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $795 - $971.
| Transportation Cost |
$795 - $971 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$795 - $971 |
2.2% |