For a wedding with 250 guests in the New Jersey , the estimated total cost is around $37,553 - $45,898. 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 $167. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,553 - $45,898.
The average wedding cost in New Jersey is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,553 - $45,898 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $362 - $442. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $347 - $424.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,994 - $2,437. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,872 - $3,510 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$362 - $442 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $424 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,994 - $2,437 |
5.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York NY is $165 - $201. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,540 - $3,104, which is 6.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in New Jersey typically budget around $2,540 - $3,104 which is 6.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,540 - $3,104 |
6.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,540 - $3,104 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,078 - $3,762. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,078 - $3,762 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$427 - $521 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$569 - $695 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,224 - $1,496 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$666 - $814 |
1.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,238 - $1,514.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,238 - $1,514 |
3.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$917 - $1,121 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$321 - $393 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $568 - $694. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$568 - $694 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York NY spend between $2,316 - $2,830 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Jersey with 250 guests spend between $2,316 - $2,830 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,316 - $2,830 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,316 - $2,830 |
6.2% |
Venue, Catering & Rentals
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$24,776 - $30,282 |
66.0% |