For a wedding with 250 guests in the East Brunswick NJ, the estimated total cost is around $86,558 - $105,793. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in East Brunswick NJ is approximately $385. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $86,558 - $105,793.
The average wedding cost in East Brunswick NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $86,558 - $105,793 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In East Brunswick NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $480 - $586. 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 $509 - $622.
In East Brunswick NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,877 - $3,517. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,080 - $4,986 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$480 - $586 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$214 - $262 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$509 - $622 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,877 - $3,517 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in East Brunswick NJ is $1,225 - $1,497. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the East Brunswick NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,225 - $1,497 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,225 - $1,497 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in East Brunswick NJ is $339 - $415. 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 |
$339 - $415 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,498 - $3,054, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the East Brunswick NJ area is $1,738 - $2,124.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,498 - $3,054 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,738 - $2,124 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$761 - $930 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in East Brunswick NJ, you should budget approximately $37,535 - $45,876, which is about 43.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$37,535 - $45,876 |
43.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,638 - $8,113 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,916 - $15,786 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,296 - $16,250 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,685 - $5,727 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,441 - $6,651. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,441 - $6,651 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$762 - $932 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $414 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$790 - $966 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,537 - $1,879 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,879 - $2,297.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,879 - $2,297 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$503 - $615 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,731 - $2,115. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,731 - $2,115 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$284 - $347 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$465 - $569 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$204 - $250 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,595 - $1,949, which is about 1.8% 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 $950 - $1,161, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,995 - $12,217 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,021 - $8,581 |
8.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$430 - $526 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,595 - $1,949 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$950 - $1,161 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the East Brunswick NJ area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,304 - $1,594.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,304 - $1,594 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,304 - $1,594 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$506 - $618 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$506 - $618 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in East Brunswick NJ spend between $11,471 - $14,020 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in East Brunswick NJ with 250 guests spend between $5,086 - $6,216 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in East Brunswick NJ is $3,820 - $4,668. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,471 - $14,020 |
13.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$356 - $435 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$470 - $574 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$517 - $631 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,223 - $1,495 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,086 - $6,216 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,820 - $4,668 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in East Brunswick NJ is estimated to be $5,695 - $6,961. This service accounts for 6.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,695 - $6,961 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,695 - $6,961 |
6.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,543 - $3,109.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,543 - $3,109 |
2.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$633 - $773 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,911 - $2,335 |
2.2% |