For a wedding with 125 guests in the Jersey City NJ, the estimated total cost is around $55,951 - $68,385. 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 $497. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,951 - $68,385.
The average wedding cost in Jersey City NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,951 - $68,385 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Staten Island NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $359 - $439. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $387 - $473.
In Staten Island NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,140 - $2,616. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,049 - $3,727 |
5.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$359 - $439 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$387 - $473 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,140 - $2,616 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Jersey City NJ is $481 - $587. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$481 - $587 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$481 - $587 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Jersey City NJ is $312 - $382. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$312 - $382 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,860 - $4,718, which is 6.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Jersey City NJ area is $1,647 - $2,013.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,860 - $4,718 |
6.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$728 - $890 |
1.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,485 - $1,815 |
2.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Jersey City NJ, you should budget approximately $18,003 - $22,003, which is about 32.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,003 - $22,003 |
32.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,574 - $3,146 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,999 - $6,109 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,615 - $10,529 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,815 - $2,219 |
3.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,335 - $4,076. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,335 - $4,076 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$702 - $858 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$323 - $395 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,001 - $1,223 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$607 - $741 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$388 - $474 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $930 - $1,136.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$930 - $1,136 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$415 - $507 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $900 - $1,100. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$900 - $1,100 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,192 - $1,456, which is about 2.1% 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 $718 - $878, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,979 - $9,753 |
14.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$265 - $323 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,210 - $6,368 |
9.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$335 - $409 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,192 - $1,456 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$718 - $878 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Jersey City 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 $1,195 - $1,461.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,195 - $1,461 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ spend between $11,351 - $13,873 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ with 125 guests spend between $4,838 - $5,914 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Jersey City NJ is $3,710 - $4,534. This makes up a portion of your (6.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,351 - $13,873 |
20.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$426 - $520 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$501 - $613 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$375 - $459 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,838 - $5,914 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,710 - $4,534 |
6.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Jersey City NJ is estimated to be $2,516 - $3,076. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,516 - $3,076 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,516 - $3,076 |
4.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,261 - $1,541.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,261 - $1,541 |
2.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$612 - $748 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$649 - $793 |
1.2% |