For a wedding with 175 guests in the Jersey City NJ, the estimated total cost is around $59,488 - $72,708. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Jersey City NJ is approximately $378. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,488 - $72,708.
The average wedding cost in Jersey City NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,488 - $72,708 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Warren NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $892 - $1,090. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $946 - $1,156.
In Warren NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,350 - $6,538. This represents about 9.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,586 - $9,272 |
12.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$892 - $1,090 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$399 - $487 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$946 - $1,156 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,350 - $6,538 |
9.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Jersey City NJ is $877 - $1,071. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Jersey City NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$877 - $1,071 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$877 - $1,071 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Jersey City NJ is $355 - $433. 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 |
$355 - $433 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,149 - $6,293, which is 8.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Jersey City NJ typically budget around $5,149 - $6,293 which is 8.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,149 - $6,293 |
8.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,149 - $6,293 |
8.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Jersey City NJ, you should budget approximately $25,114 - $30,694, which is about 42.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,114 - $30,694 |
42.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,541 - $5,550 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,836 - $10,800 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,737 - $14,345 |
19.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,390 - $2,922. This accounts for roughly 4.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,390 - $2,922 |
4.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$849 - $1,037 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$377 - $461 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,165 - $1,423 |
2.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,490 - $1,821.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,490 - $1,821 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$734 - $898 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$398 - $486 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,328 - $1,624. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,328 - $1,624 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$224 - $274 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$369 - $451 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$159 - $195 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,777 - $3,395, which is about 4.7% 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 $1,654 - $2,022, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,432 - $5,416 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,777 - $3,395 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,654 - $2,022 |
2.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Jersey City NJ area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$506 - $618 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ spend between $6,309 - $7,711 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ with 175 guests spend between $5,398 - $6,598 on wedding photography, which is about 9.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,309 - $7,711 |
10.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$356 - $435 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$555 - $679 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,398 - $6,598 |
9.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Jersey City NJ is estimated to be $3,006 - $3,674. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,006 - $3,674 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$3,006 - $3,674 |
5.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $633 - $773.
| Transportation Cost |
$633 - $773 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$633 - $773 |
1.1% |