For a wedding with 250 guests in the Garfield NJ, the estimated total cost is around $65,936 - $80,588. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Garfield NJ is approximately $293. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,936 - $80,588.
The average wedding cost in Garfield NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,936 - $80,588 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Garfield NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $314. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $285 - $349.
In Garfield NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,570 - $1,918. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,216 - $2,708 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$285 - $349 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,570 - $1,918 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Garfield NJ is $1,154 - $1,410. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Garfield NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,154 - $1,410 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Garfield NJ is $340 - $416. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$340 - $416 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,642 - $4,452, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Garfield NJ area is $1,504 - $1,838.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,642 - $4,452 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,504 - $1,838 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$730 - $892 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,409 - $1,722 |
2.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Garfield NJ, you should budget approximately $31,299 - $38,255, which is about 47.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,299 - $38,255 |
47.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,307 - $6,487 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,303 - $12,593 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,695 - $14,293 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,994 - $4,882 |
6.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,946 - $6,046. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,946 - $6,046 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$714 - $872 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$932 - $1,140 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,287 - $1,573 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$914 - $1,118 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,724 - $2,108.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,724 - $2,108 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$958 - $1,170 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$482 - $590 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,950 - $2,384. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,950 - $2,384 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$346 - $422 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$458 - $560 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$208 - $254 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$324 - $396 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $847 - $1,035, which is about 1.3% 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 $509 - $623, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,086 - $6,216 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,730 - $4,558 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$847 - $1,035 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$509 - $623 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Garfield NJ area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,205 - $1,473.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,205 - $1,473 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,205 - $1,473 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$528 - $646 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Garfield NJ spend between $3,860 - $4,718 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Garfield NJ with 250 guests spend between $3,529 - $4,313 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,860 - $4,718 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,529 - $4,313 |
5.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Garfield NJ is estimated to be $2,818 - $3,444. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Garfield NJ is estimated to be $4,865 - $5,947. This service accounts for 7.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,683 - $9,391 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,818 - $3,444 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,865 - $5,947 |
7.4% |