For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $33,490 - $40,932. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $298. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,490 - $40,932.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,490 - $40,932 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 $368 - $450.
In Carteret NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,022 - $2,472. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,390 - $2,922 |
7.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$368 - $450 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,022 - $2,472 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Carteret NJ is $520 - $636. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carteret NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$520 - $636 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$520 - $636 |
1.6% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,670 - $2,041, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carteret NJ area is $1,154 - $1,410.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,670 - $2,041 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,154 - $1,410 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$516 - $630 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Carteret NJ, you should budget approximately $15,203 - $18,581, which is about 45.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,203 - $18,581 |
45.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,866 - $3,502 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,483 - $6,701 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,854 - $8,378 |
20.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,092 - $3,780. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,092 - $3,780 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $589 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $270 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$445 - $543 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$753 - $921 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$724 - $884 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$469 - $573 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $969 - $1,185. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$969 - $1,185 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$256 - $312 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,115 - $1,363, which is about 3.3% 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 $703 - $859, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,818 - $2,222 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,115 - $1,363 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$703 - $859 |
2.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carteret NJ area is $240 - $294. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $855 - $1,045.
| Other Events Cost |
$855 - $1,045 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$855 - $1,045 |
2.6% |
On average, couples in Carteret NJ spend between $5,512 - $6,736 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carteret NJ with 125 guests spend between $2,669 - $3,263 on wedding photography, which is about 8.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Carteret NJ is $2,038 - $2,490. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,512 - $6,736 |
16.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$396 - $484 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$409 - $499 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,669 - $3,263 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,038 - $2,490 |
6.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,220 - $1,492.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,220 - $1,492 |
3.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$499 - $609 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$722 - $882 |
2.2% |