For a wedding with 400 guests in the Newark NJ, the estimated total cost is around $106,254 - $129,866. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Newark NJ is approximately $295. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $106,254 - $129,866.
The average wedding cost in Newark NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $106,254 - $129,866 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $286 - $350. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $309 - $377.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,710 - $2,090. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,435 - $2,976 |
2.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$286 - $350 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$309 - $377 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,710 - $2,090 |
1.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Newark NJ is $2,327 - $2,844. 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 $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,327 - $2,844 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,327 - $2,844 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Newark NJ is $354 - $432. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$354 - $432 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$157 - $191 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,669 - $3,263, which is 2.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Newark NJ area is $1,850 - $2,262.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,669 - $3,263 |
2.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
1.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$819 - $1,001 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Newark NJ, you should budget approximately $62,782 - $76,734, which is about 59.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$62,782 - $76,734 |
59.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$13,003 - $15,893 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$25,248 - $30,858 |
23.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,363 - $18,777 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,168 - $11,206 |
8.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,652 - $10,574. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,652 - $10,574 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$834 - $1,020 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$374 - $457 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,480 - $1,808 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,148 - $1,404 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,938 - $3,590 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,878 - $2,296 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,340 - $4,082.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,340 - $4,082 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$154 - $188 |
0.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,094 - $2,560 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$978 - $1,196 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,654 - $4,466. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,654 - $4,466 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$599 - $733 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$276 - $338 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$911 - $1,113 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$514 - $628 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$533 - $651 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$402 - $492 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$419 - $512 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $962 - $1,176, which is about 0.9% 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 $580 - $708, which is about 0.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,745 - $7,021 |
5.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,203 - $5,137 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$962 - $1,176 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$580 - $708 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Newark NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,343 - $1,641.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,343 - $1,641 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,343 - $1,641 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Newark NJ spend between $8,430 - $10,304 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Newark NJ with 400 guests spend between $4,274 - $5,224 on wedding photography, which is about 4.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Newark NJ is $3,277 - $4,005. This makes up a portion of your (3.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,430 - $10,304 |
7.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$378 - $462 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$501 - $613 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,274 - $5,224 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,277 - $4,005 |
3.1% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,133 - $3,829 |
2.9% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$3,133 - $3,829 |
2.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
0.6% |