For a wedding with 175 guests in the New Brunswick NJ, the estimated total cost is around $51,852 - $63,374. 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 $329. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,852 - $63,374.
The average wedding cost in New Brunswick NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,852 - $63,374 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New Brunswick NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $199 - $243. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $214 - $262.
In New Brunswick NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,172 - $1,432. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,678 - $2,050 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,172 - $1,432 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New Brunswick NJ is $763 - $933. 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 |
$763 - $933 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$763 - $933 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Brunswick NJ is $68 - $83. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,318 - $2,833, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Brunswick NJ area is $1,606 - $1,962.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,318 - $2,833 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,606 - $1,962 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$712 - $870 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in New Brunswick NJ, you should budget approximately $28,211 - $34,480, which is about 54.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,211 - $34,480 |
54.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,932 - $4,806 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,579 - $9,263 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,901 - $16,991 |
26.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,798 - $3,420 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,257 - $5,203. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,257 - $5,203 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$761 - $930 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$346 - $422 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$559 - $683 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,022 - $1,249 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$958 - $1,170 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$613 - $749 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,015 - $1,241.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,015 - $1,241 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$637 - $779 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $825 - $1,009. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$825 - $1,009 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $676 - $826, which is about 1.3% 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 $410 - $502, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,022 - $4,916 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,936 - $3,588 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$676 - $826 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$410 - $502 |
0.8% |
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% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ spend between $7,917 - $9,677 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ with 175 guests spend between $3,650 - $4,461 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Brunswick NJ is $2,773 - $3,389. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,917 - $9,677 |
15.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$351 - $429 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,650 - $4,461 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,773 - $3,389 |
5.3% |