For a wedding with 175 guests in the Bridgewater NJ, the estimated total cost is around $62,595 - $76,505. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bridgewater NJ is approximately $397. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,595 - $76,505.
The average wedding cost in Bridgewater NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,595 - $76,505 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Bridgewater NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $554 - $677. 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 $594 - $726.
In Bridgewater NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,294 - $4,026. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,692 - $5,734 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$554 - $677 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$594 - $726 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,294 - $4,026 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Bridgewater NJ is $688 - $840. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bridgewater NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$688 - $840 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$688 - $840 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bridgewater NJ is $314 - $384. 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 |
$314 - $384 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,282 - $2,789, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bridgewater NJ area is $1,581 - $1,933.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,282 - $2,789 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,581 - $1,933 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$700 - $856 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Bridgewater NJ, you should budget approximately $23,603 - $28,849, which is about 37.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,603 - $28,849 |
37.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,707 - $4,531 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,197 - $8,797 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,085 - $12,327 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,614 - $3,194 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,891 - $4,755. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,891 - $4,755 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$707 - $864 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$317 - $387 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$473 - $579 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$869 - $1,062 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$555 - $679 |
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 $1,250 - $1,528.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,250 - $1,528 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$597 - $729 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,123 - $1,373. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,123 - $1,373 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,746 - $2,134, which is about 2.8% 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 $1,052 - $1,286, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,427 - $12,745 |
16.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,629 - $9,325 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,746 - $2,134 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Bridgewater NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,148 - $1,403.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,148 - $1,403 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,148 - $1,403 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Bridgewater NJ spend between $6,328 - $7,734 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bridgewater NJ with 175 guests spend between $4,688 - $5,730 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,328 - $7,734 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$482 - $590 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,688 - $5,730 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Bridgewater NJ is estimated to be $5,055 - $6,179. This service accounts for 8.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,055 - $6,179 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,055 - $6,179 |
8.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,015 - $1,241.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,015 - $1,241 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,015 - $1,241 |
1.6% |