For a wedding with 125 guests in the Cape May NJ, the estimated total cost is around $39,811 - $48,657. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cape May NJ is approximately $354. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,811 - $48,657.
The average wedding cost in Cape May NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,811 - $48,657 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Woodbury NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $311 - $381. 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 $330 - $404.
In Woodbury NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,867 - $2,281. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,647 - $3,235 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$311 - $381 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$330 - $404 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,867 - $2,281 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Cape May NJ is $599 - $732. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cape May NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$599 - $732 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$599 - $732 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cape May NJ is $229 - $279. 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 |
$229 - $279 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,307 - $1,597, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cape May NJ area is $1,307 - $1,597.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,307 - $1,597 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
3.3% |
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 Cape May NJ, you should budget approximately $20,692 - $25,290, which is about 52.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,692 - $25,290 |
52.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,136 - $3,832 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,102 - $7,458 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,241 - $11,295 |
23.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,213 - $2,705 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,937 - $3,589. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,937 - $3,589 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$636 - $778 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$284 - $347 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$794 - $970 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$750 - $916 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$473 - $579 |
1.2% |
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 $659 - $805.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$659 - $805 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$508 - $620 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $605 - $739. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$605 - $739 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,050 - $1,284, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,050 - $1,284 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
2.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cape May NJ area is $296 - $362. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$296 - $362 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $979 - $1,197.
| Other Events Cost |
$979 - $1,197 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$979 - $1,197 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$475 - $581 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Cape May NJ spend between $5,243 - $6,408 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cape May NJ with 125 guests spend between $2,993 - $3,659 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cape May NJ is $2,249 - $2,749. This makes up a portion of your (5.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,243 - $6,408 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,993 - $3,659 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,249 - $2,749 |
5.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Cape May NJ is estimated to be $2,094 - $2,560. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,094 - $2,560 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,094 - $2,560 |
5.3% |