For a wedding with 15 guests in the Newark NJ, the estimated total cost is around $16,639 - $20,337. 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 $1,233. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,639 - $20,337.
The average wedding cost in Newark NJ is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,639 - $20,337 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Newark NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $154 - $188. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $167 - $204.
In Newark NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $908 - $1,110. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,300 - $1,588 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$71 - $87 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$167 - $204 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$908 - $1,110 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Newark NJ is $45 - $55. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$45 - $55 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$45 - $55 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,679 - $2,053, which is 10.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Newark NJ area is $1,164 - $1,422.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,679 - $2,053 |
10.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,164 - $1,422 |
7.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$516 - $630 |
3.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Newark NJ, you should budget approximately $2,263 - $2,765, which is about 13.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$2,263 - $2,765 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$207 - $253 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$399 - $487 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,509 - $1,845 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$148 - $180 |
0.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,935 - $2,365. This accounts for roughly 11.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,935 - $2,365 |
11.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$674 - $824 |
4.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$306 - $374 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$812 - $992 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$57 - $69 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$45 - $55 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $107 - $131. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$107 - $131 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$8 - $10 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$12 - $14 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $523 - $639, which is about 3.1% 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 $318 - $388, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,110 - $3,801 |
18.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,269 - $2,773 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$523 - $639 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$318 - $388 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
2.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Newark NJ spend between $3,972 - $4,854 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 23.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Newark NJ with 15 guests spend between $3,631 - $4,437 on wedding photography, which is about 21.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,972 - $4,854 |
23.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$341 - $417 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,631 - $4,437 |
21.8% |
