For a wedding with 250 guests in the Newark NJ, the estimated total cost is around $68,783 - $84,068. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Newark NJ is approximately $306. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $68,783 - $84,068.
The average wedding cost in Newark NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $68,783 - $84,068 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Valhalla NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $493 - $603. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $529 - $647.
In Valhalla NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,935 - $3,587. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,181 - $5,110 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$493 - $603 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$529 - $647 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,935 - $3,587 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Newark NJ is $1,026 - $1,254. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Newark NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,026 - $1,254 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,026 - $1,254 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,197 - $2,685, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Newark NJ area is $1,523 - $1,861.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,197 - $2,685 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,523 - $1,861 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$674 - $824 |
1.0% |
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 Newark NJ, you should budget approximately $26,359 - $32,217, which is about 38.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,359 - $32,217 |
38.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,603 - $6,849 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,880 - $13,298 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,876 - $12,070 |
14.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,901 - $5,991. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,901 - $5,991 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$768 - $938 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$344 - $420 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$938 - $1,146 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,295 - $1,583 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,753 - $2,143. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,753 - $2,143 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$449 - $549 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$212 - $260 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$288 - $352 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,544 - $1,888, which is about 2.2% 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 $931 - $1,137, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,339 - $12,637 |
15.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$338 - $413 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,750 - $8,250 |
9.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$434 - $530 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,544 - $1,888 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Valhalla NY spend between $10,066 - $12,302 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Newark NJ with 250 guests spend between $4,553 - $5,565 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Newark NJ is $3,490 - $4,266. That's about 5.1% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,066 - $12,302 |
14.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$482 - $590 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$501 - $613 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$375 - $459 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$663 - $811 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,553 - $5,565 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,490 - $4,266 |
5.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Newark NJ is estimated to be $2,327 - $2,845. This service accounts for 3.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,327 - $2,845 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,327 - $2,845 |
3.4% |
