For a wedding with 75 guests in the New Jersey, the estimated total cost is around $34,194 - $41,792. 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 $507. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,194 - $41,792.
The average wedding cost in New Jersey is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,194 - $41,792 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $490 - $598. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $519 - $635.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,936 - $3,588. This represents about 8.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,164 - $5,090 |
12.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$490 - $598 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$519 - $635 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,936 - $3,588 |
8.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in New Jersey is $284 - $348. 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 |
$284 - $348 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$284 - $348 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Jersey is $292 - $356. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$292 - $356 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,876 - $2,292, 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 $1,310 - $1,602.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,876 - $2,292 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,310 - $1,602 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$565 - $691 |
1.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in New Jersey, you should budget approximately $10,478 - $12,806, which is about 30.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,478 - $12,806 |
30.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,454 - $1,777 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,828 - $3,456 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,166 - $6,314 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,031 - $1,260 |
3.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,806 - $3,430. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,806 - $3,430 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$792 - $968 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$353 - $431 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$797 - $974 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$420 - $514 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$260 - $318 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $353 - $431.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$353 - $431 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$236 - $288 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $396 - $484. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$396 - $484 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$47 - $57 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,520 - $1,858, which is about 4.4% 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 $905 - $1,107, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,475 - $4,247 |
10.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$330 - $404 |
1.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$310 - $378 |
0.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$410 - $501 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,520 - $1,858 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$905 - $1,107 |
2.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Jersey area is $309 - $377. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$309 - $377 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$309 - $377 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,004 - $1,228.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$499 - $609 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New Jersey spend between $3,482 - $4,256 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Jersey with 75 guests spend between $2,968 - $3,628 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,482 - $4,256 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$514 - $628 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,968 - $3,628 |
8.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New Jersey is estimated to be $4,362 - $5,332. This service accounts for 12.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,362 - $5,332 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,362 - $5,332 |
12.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $414 - $506.
| Transportation Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$414 - $506 |
1.2% |