For a wedding with 175 guests in the Jersey City NJ, the estimated total cost is around $73,378 - $89,684. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Jersey City NJ is approximately $466. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $73,378 - $89,684.
The average wedding cost in Jersey City NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $73,378 - $89,684 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $372 - $454. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $394 - $482.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,227 - $2,721. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,158 - $3,860 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$372 - $454 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$394 - $482 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,227 - $2,721 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Jersey City NJ is $860 - $1,052. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Jersey City NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$860 - $1,052 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$860 - $1,052 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Jersey City NJ is $371 - $453. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$371 - $453 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $9,078 - $11,096, which is 12.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Jersey City NJ area is $1,830 - $2,236.
For a live band, couples in Jersey City NJ typically budget around $4,834 - $5,908 which is 6.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$9,078 - $11,096 |
12.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$788 - $964 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,834 - $5,908 |
6.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,626 - $1,988 |
2.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Jersey City NJ, you should budget approximately $25,572 - $31,254, which is about 34.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,572 - $31,254 |
34.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,613 - $5,639 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,973 - $10,967 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,715 - $10,651 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,271 - $3,997 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,591 - $5,611. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,591 - $5,611 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$817 - $999 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$364 - $444 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$590 - $722 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,085 - $1,327 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$673 - $823 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,410 - $1,724.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,410 - $1,724 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$749 - $915 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$375 - $459 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,685 - $2,059. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,685 - $2,059 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$101 - $123 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$348 - $426 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,278 - $1,562, which is about 1.7% 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 $761 - $930, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,547 - $10,447 |
11.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$278 - $340 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$260 - $318 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,626 - $6,876 |
7.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$345 - $421 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,278 - $1,562 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$761 - $930 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Jersey City NJ area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,401 - $1,713.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,401 - $1,713 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,401 - $1,713 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$504 - $616 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ spend between $9,173 - $11,211 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ with 175 guests spend between $4,141 - $5,061 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Jersey City NJ is $3,034 - $3,708. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,173 - $11,211 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$446 - $545 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$507 - $619 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$381 - $465 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$665 - $813 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,141 - $5,061 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,034 - $3,708 |
4.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Jersey City NJ is estimated to be $6,089 - $7,442. This service accounts for 8.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,089 - $7,442 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,089 - $7,442 |
8.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $626 - $765.
| Transportation Cost |
$626 - $765 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$626 - $765 |
0.9% |