For a wedding with 400 guests in the Hackensack NJ, the estimated total cost is around $80,028 - $97,812. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Hackensack NJ is approximately $222. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,028 - $97,812.
The average wedding cost in Hackensack NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,028 - $97,812 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Westwood NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $417 - $509. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $465 - $569.
In Westwood NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,550 - $3,116. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,602 - $4,402 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$417 - $509 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$170 - $208 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$465 - $569 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,550 - $3,116 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Hackensack NJ is $1,976 - $2,415. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Hackensack NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,976 - $2,415 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,976 - $2,415 |
2.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hackensack NJ is $297 - $363. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$297 - $363 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,706 - $2,086, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hackensack NJ area is $1,149 - $1,405.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,706 - $2,086 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,149 - $1,405 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$557 - $681 |
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 Hackensack NJ, you should budget approximately $46,986 - $57,428, which is about 58.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$46,986 - $57,428 |
58.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,473 - $11,579 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$18,392 - $22,480 |
23.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,991 - $14,655 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,130 - $8,714 |
8.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,740 - $8,238. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,740 - $8,238 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$576 - $704 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$738 - $902 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,203 - $2,693 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,565 - $1,913 |
2.0% |
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 $2,921 - $3,571.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,921 - $3,571 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$227 - $277 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,710 - $2,090 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$861 - $1,053 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,544 - $4,332. This is approximately 4.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,544 - $4,332 |
4.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$616 - $752 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$255 - $311 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$817 - $999 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$443 - $541 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$575 - $703 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$418 - $510 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$421 - $515 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,232 - $1,506, which is about 1.5% 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 $741 - $905, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,402 - $9,046 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,429 - $6,635 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,232 - $1,506 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$741 - $905 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Hackensack NJ area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $921 - $1,125.
| Other Events Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$921 - $1,125 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$528 - $646 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Hackensack NJ spend between $3,104 - $3,794 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hackensack NJ with 400 guests spend between $2,696 - $3,296 on wedding photography, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,104 - $3,794 |
3.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$408 - $498 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,696 - $3,296 |
3.4% |