For a wedding with 125 guests in the New jersey, the estimated total cost is around $40,319 - $49,279. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New jersey is approximately $358. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,319 - $49,279.
The average wedding cost in New jersey is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,319 - $49,279 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Dover NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $293 - $358. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $315 - $385.
In Dover NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,722 - $2,104. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,464 - $3,012 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,722 - $2,104 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New jersey is $490 - $598. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New jersey area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$490 - $598 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$490 - $598 |
1.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,222 - $2,716, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New jersey area is $1,540 - $1,882.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,222 - $2,716 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$682 - $834 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New jersey, you should budget approximately $16,827 - $20,567, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,827 - $20,567 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,567 - $3,137 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,948 - $6,048 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,485 - $9,149 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,827 - $2,233 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,002 - $3,669. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,002 - $3,669 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$716 - $875 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$330 - $404 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$948 - $1,158 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$615 - $751 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$393 - $481 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $928 - $1,134.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$928 - $1,134 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$416 - $508 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$224 - $274 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $607 - $741. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$607 - $741 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $960 - $1,174, which is about 2.4% 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 $582 - $712, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,709 - $6,977 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,166 - $5,092 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$960 - $1,174 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$582 - $712 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New jersey area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,134 - $1,386.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,134 - $1,386 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,134 - $1,386 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in New jersey spend between $6,159 - $7,527 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New jersey with 125 guests spend between $3,500 - $4,278 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New jersey is $2,659 - $3,249. This makes up a portion of your (6.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,159 - $7,527 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,500 - $4,278 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,659 - $3,249 |
6.6% |