For a wedding with 125 guests in the Jersey City NJ, the estimated total cost is around $33,825 - $41,341. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Jersey City NJ is approximately $301. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,825 - $41,341.
The average wedding cost in Jersey City NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,825 - $41,341 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bergenfield NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $303 - $371. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $327 - $399.
In Bergenfield NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,809 - $2,211. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,577 - $3,149 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$303 - $371 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$327 - $399 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,809 - $2,211 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Jersey City NJ is $365 - $446. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Jersey City NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$365 - $446 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$365 - $446 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Jersey City NJ is $275 - $336. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$275 - $336 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,737 - $2,123, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Jersey City NJ area is $1,204 - $1,472.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,737 - $2,123 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,204 - $1,472 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$533 - $651 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Jersey City NJ, you should budget approximately $14,000 - $17,111, which is about 41.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,000 - $17,111 |
41.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,034 - $2,486 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,948 - $4,826 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,584 - $8,047 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,434 - $1,752 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,504 - $3,060. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,504 - $3,060 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$546 - $668 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$708 - $866 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$461 - $563 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$294 - $360 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $798 - $976.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$798 - $976 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$328 - $400 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $609 - $745. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$609 - $745 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,021 - $1,247, which is about 3.0% 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 $615 - $751, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,094 - $7,448 |
18.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,459 - $5,449 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$615 - $751 |
1.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Jersey City NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $874 - $1,068.
| Other Events Cost |
$874 - $1,068 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$874 - $1,068 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ spend between $3,214 - $3,928 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ with 125 guests spend between $2,781 - $3,399 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,214 - $3,928 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$433 - $529 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,781 - $3,399 |
8.2% |