For a wedding with 125 guests in the Metuchen, the estimated total cost is around $34,913 - $42,671. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Metuchen is approximately $310. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,913 - $42,671.
The average wedding cost in Metuchen is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,913 - $42,671 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $568 - $694.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$813 - $993 |
2.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$568 - $694 |
1.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Metuchen is $486 - $594. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Metuchen area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$486 - $594 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$486 - $594 |
1.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,053 - $8,621, which is 20.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Metuchen area is $1,520 - $1,858.
For a live band, couples in Metuchen typically budget around $4,163 - $5,088 which is 11.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,053 - $8,621 |
20.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,520 - $1,858 |
4.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,163 - $5,088 |
11.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,371 - $1,675 |
3.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Metuchen, you should budget approximately $7,441 - $9,095, which is about 21.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,441 - $9,095 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,542 - $3,106 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,900 - $5,988 |
14.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,469 - $4,239. This accounts for roughly 9.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,469 - $4,239 |
9.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$930 - $1,136 |
2.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$423 - $517 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$939 - $1,147 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$718 - $878 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$459 - $561 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $638 - $780.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$638 - $780 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$412 - $504 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$226 - $276 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,089 - $1,331. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,089 - $1,331 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,629 - $1,991, 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 $989 - $1,209, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,618 - $3,200 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,629 - $1,991 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$989 - $1,209 |
2.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Metuchen area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,120 - $1,368.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,120 - $1,368 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,120 - $1,368 |
3.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Metuchen spend between $7,049 - $8,615 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Metuchen with 125 guests spend between $3,456 - $4,224 on wedding photography, which is about 9.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Metuchen is $2,625 - $3,209. This makes up a portion of your (7.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,049 - $8,615 |
20.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$473 - $578 |
1.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,456 - $4,224 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,625 - $3,209 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Metuchen is estimated to be $2,359 - $2,883. This service accounts for 6.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,359 - $2,883 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,359 - $2,883 |
6.8% |