For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Brunswick NJ, the estimated total cost is around $35,016 - $42,798. 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 $311. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,016 - $42,798.
The average wedding cost in New Brunswick NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,016 - $42,798 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In East Brunswick NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,067 - $3,749. This represents about 8.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,067 - $3,749 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,067 - $3,749 |
8.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Brunswick NJ is $512 - $626. 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 |
$512 - $626 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$512 - $626 |
1.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,467 - $3,015, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Brunswick NJ area is $1,710 - $2,090.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,467 - $3,015 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,710 - $2,090 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$757 - $925 |
2.2% |
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 $17,811 - $21,769, which is about 50.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,811 - $21,769 |
50.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,651 - $3,241 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,149 - $6,293 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,141 - $9,951 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,869 - $2,285 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,830 - $4,681. This accounts for roughly 10.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,830 - $4,681 |
10.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$810 - $990 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$363 - $443 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$342 - $418 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,082 - $1,322 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$752 - $920 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$481 - $587 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $427 - $521.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$427 - $521 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$427 - $521 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $805 - $983. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$805 - $983 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in East Brunswick NJ spend between $5,486 - $6,706 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ with 125 guests spend between $4,985 - $6,093 on wedding photography, which is about 14.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,486 - $6,706 |
15.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$501 - $613 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,985 - $6,093 |
14.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $612 - $748.
| Transportation Cost |
$612 - $748 |
1.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
1.7% |