For a wedding with 400 guests in the East Brunswick NJ, the estimated total cost is around $127,907 - $156,331. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in East Brunswick NJ is approximately $355. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $127,907 - $156,331.
The average wedding cost in East Brunswick NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $127,907 - $156,331 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In North Brunswick NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $501 - $613. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $518 - $633.
In North Brunswick NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,847 - $3,479. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,100 - $5,011 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$501 - $613 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$518 - $633 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,847 - $3,479 |
2.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in East Brunswick NJ is $2,920 - $3,568. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the East Brunswick NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $7 - $9 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,920 - $3,568 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,920 - $3,568 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in East Brunswick 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
|
$153 - $187 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,586 - $3,160, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the East Brunswick NJ area is $1,787 - $2,185.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,586 - $3,160 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,787 - $2,185 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$798 - $976 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in East Brunswick NJ, you should budget approximately $76,023 - $92,917, which is about 59.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$76,023 - $92,917 |
59.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$16,955 - $20,723 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$32,437 - $39,645 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,903 - $18,215 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$11,728 - $14,334 |
9.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $11,146 - $13,622. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$11,146 - $13,622 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$743 - $908 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$341 - $417 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,919 - $2,345 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,176 - $1,438 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,058 - $4,960 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$2,909 - $3,555 |
2.3% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,157 - $3,859.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,157 - $3,859 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$157 - $191 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$216 - $264 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,785 - $3,403 |
2.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,314 - $5,272. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,314 - $5,272 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$703 - $859 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$328 - $400 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,104 - $1,350 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$569 - $695 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$625 - $763 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$483 - $591 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$502 - $614 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,558 - $1,904, which is about 1.2% 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 $983 - $1,201, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,710 - $4,534 |
2.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$358 - $438 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$357 - $437 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$454 - $554 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,558 - $1,904 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$983 - $1,201 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,324 - $1,618.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,324 - $1,618 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in East Brunswick NJ spend between $9,830 - $12,014 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in East Brunswick NJ with 400 guests spend between $5,018 - $6,134 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in East Brunswick NJ is $3,831 - $4,683. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,830 - $12,014 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$461 - $563 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,018 - $6,134 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,831 - $4,683 |
3.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in East Brunswick NJ is estimated to be $2,629 - $3,213. This service accounts for 2.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,629 - $3,213 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,629 - $3,213 |
2.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $5,817 - $7,109.
| Transportation Cost |
$5,817 - $7,109 |
4.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$635 - $776 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$5,182 - $6,334 |
4.1% |