For a wedding with 38 guests in the Cape May, the estimated total cost is around $18,459 - $22,561. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cape May is approximately $540. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,459 - $22,561.
The average wedding cost in Cape May is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,459 - $22,561 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Cape May NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $275 - $337. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $292 - $356.
In Cape May NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,652 - $2,019. This represents about 8.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,219 - $2,712 |
12.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $337 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$292 - $356 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,652 - $2,019 |
8.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Cape May is $160 - $196. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cape May area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$160 - $196 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$160 - $196 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cape May is $270 - $330. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$270 - $330 |
1.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,714 - $2,094, which is 9.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cape May area is $1,193 - $1,458.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,714 - $2,094 |
9.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,193 - $1,458 |
6.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$521 - $637 |
2.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Cape May, you should budget approximately $6,159 - $7,527, which is about 33.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,159 - $7,527 |
33.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$780 - $954 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,519 - $1,857 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,308 - $4,044 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$551 - $673 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,097 - $1,341. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,097 - $1,341 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$610 - $746 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$238 - $290 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$150 - $184 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $189 - $231.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$189 - $231 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$126 - $154 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$63 - $77 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $200 - $244. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$200 - $244 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $907 - $1,109, which is about 4.9% 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 $540 - $660, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,681 - $6,943 |
30.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,990 - $4,876 |
21.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$244 - $298 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$907 - $1,109 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$540 - $660 |
2.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cape May area is $296 - $362. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$296 - $362 |
1.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$296 - $362 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$475 - $581 |
2.6% |