For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chatham NJ, the estimated total cost is around $59,550 - $72,784. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chatham NJ is approximately $265. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,550 - $72,784.
The average wedding cost in Chatham NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,550 - $72,784 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chatham NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $554 - $678. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $617 - $755.
In Chatham NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,391 - $4,145. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,790 - $5,854 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$554 - $678 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$617 - $755 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,391 - $4,145 |
5.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chatham NJ is $1,004 - $1,227. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chatham NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,004 - $1,227 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
1.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,810 - $2,212, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chatham NJ area is $1,219 - $1,489.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,810 - $2,212 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$591 - $723 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chatham NJ, you should budget approximately $31,184 - $38,114, which is about 52.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,184 - $38,114 |
52.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,608 - $5,632 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,946 - $10,934 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,162 - $17,310 |
23.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,468 - $4,238 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,319 - $5,279. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,319 - $5,279 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$639 - $781 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$718 - $878 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$770 - $942 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,119 - $1,367 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$795 - $971 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $832 - $1,016.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$832 - $1,016 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,634 - $1,997. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,634 - $1,997 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$314 - $384 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$418 - $510 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$294 - $360 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,580 - $1,932, which is about 2.7% 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 $950 - $1,161, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,530 - $3,092 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,580 - $1,932 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$950 - $1,161 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chatham NJ area is $301 - $367. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$301 - $367 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $977 - $1,194.
| Other Events Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$977 - $1,194 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$528 - $646 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Chatham NJ spend between $5,305 - $6,483 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chatham NJ with 250 guests spend between $2,859 - $3,495 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chatham NJ is $2,445 - $2,989. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,305 - $6,483 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,859 - $3,495 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,445 - $2,989 |
4.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chatham NJ is estimated to be $2,283 - $2,791. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,283 - $2,791 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,283 - $2,791 |
3.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,056 - $2,512.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,056 - $2,512 |
3.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,056 - $2,512 |
3.5% |