For a wedding with 400 guests in the nj, the estimated total cost is around $116,637 - $142,557. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in nj is approximately $324. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $116,637 - $142,557.
The average wedding cost in nj is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $116,637 - $142,557 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Nutley NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $420 - $514. 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 $446 - $545.
In Nutley NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,520 - $3,080. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,574 - $4,368 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$420 - $514 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$446 - $545 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,520 - $3,080 |
2.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in nj is $2,463 - $3,011. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the nj area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $8 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,463 - $3,011 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,463 - $3,011 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in nj is $327 - $399. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$327 - $399 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$142 - $174 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,589 - $3,165, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the nj area is $1,809 - $2,211.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,589 - $3,165 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,809 - $2,211 |
1.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$780 - $954 |
0.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in nj, you should budget approximately $67,579 - $82,597, which is about 57.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$67,579 - $82,597 |
57.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,857 - $16,937 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$26,951 - $32,941 |
23.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$16,948 - $20,714 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,823 - $12,005 |
8.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,974 - $10,968. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,974 - $10,968 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$733 - $895 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$327 - $399 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,058 - $1,294 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$3,106 - $3,796 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,159 - $2,639 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,544 - $4,332.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,544 - $4,332 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$159 - $195 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,248 - $2,748 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,568 - $4,360. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,568 - $4,360 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$569 - $695 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$268 - $328 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$939 - $1,147 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$498 - $608 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$504 - $616 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$384 - $470 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$406 - $496 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,447 - $1,769, which is about 1.2% 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 $862 - $1,054, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,680 - $10,608 |
7.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,370 - $7,786 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,447 - $1,769 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$862 - $1,054 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the nj area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,386 - $1,694.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,386 - $1,694 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,386 - $1,694 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in nj spend between $5,572 - $6,810 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in nj with 400 guests spend between $5,128 - $6,268 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,572 - $6,810 |
4.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$444 - $542 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,128 - $6,268 |
4.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in nj is estimated to be $2,978 - $3,640. This service accounts for 2.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,978 - $3,640 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,978 - $3,640 |
2.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,586 - $5,606.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,586 - $5,606 |
3.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,586 - $5,606 |
3.9% |