For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Brunswick NJ, the estimated total cost is around $47,880 - $58,520. 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 Brunswick NJ is approximately $426. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,880 - $58,520.
The average wedding cost in New Brunswick NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,880 - $58,520 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 $633 - $773. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $681 - $833.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,730 - $4,558. This represents about 7.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,337 - $6,523 |
11.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$633 - $773 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$293 - $359 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$681 - $833 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,730 - $4,558 |
7.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Brunswick NJ is $491 - $600. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Brunswick NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$491 - $600 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$491 - $600 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Brunswick NJ is $308 - $376. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$308 - $376 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,342 - $2,862, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Brunswick NJ area is $1,623 - $1,983.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,342 - $2,862 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,623 - $1,983 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$719 - $879 |
1.5% |
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 Brunswick NJ, you should budget approximately $21,550 - $26,338, which is about 45.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,550 - $26,338 |
45.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,674 - $3,268 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,154 - $6,300 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,818 - $14,444 |
24.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,904 - $2,327 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,254 - $3,977. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,254 - $3,977 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$650 - $794 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$347 - $425 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$950 - $1,162 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$617 - $754 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$394 - $482 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,036 - $1,266.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$433 - $529 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $851 - $1,040. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$851 - $1,040 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,048 - $2,504, which is about 4.3% 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 $1,243 - $1,519, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,749 - $4,583 |
7.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,048 - $2,504 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,243 - $1,519 |
2.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Brunswick NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,194 - $1,460.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,194 - $1,460 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,194 - $1,460 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ spend between $6,991 - $8,545 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ with 125 guests spend between $3,688 - $4,508 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Brunswick NJ is $2,803 - $3,425. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,991 - $8,545 |
14.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$500 - $612 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,688 - $4,508 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,803 - $3,425 |
5.9% |