For a wedding with 250 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $53,630 - $65,548. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $238. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,630 - $65,548.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,630 - $65,548 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fair Lawn NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $493 - $603. 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 $531 - $649.
In Fair Lawn NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,903 - $3,548. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,154 - $5,078 |
7.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$493 - $603 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$531 - $649 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,903 - $3,548 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Fair Lawn NJ is $987 - $1,207. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fair Lawn NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$987 - $1,207 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$987 - $1,207 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fair Lawn NJ is $223 - $273. 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 |
$223 - $273 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,392 - $1,702, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fair Lawn NJ area is $965 - $1,179.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,392 - $1,702 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$965 - $1,179 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $523 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Fair Lawn NJ, you should budget approximately $27,742 - $33,906, which is about 51.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,742 - $33,906 |
51.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,506 - $6,730 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,614 - $12,972 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,703 - $9,415 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,919 - $4,789 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,133 - $5,051. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,133 - $5,051 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$429 - $525 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$715 - $873 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$610 - $746 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,332 - $1,628 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,724 - $2,108.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,724 - $2,108 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$893 - $1,091 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$483 - $591 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,796 - $2,196. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,796 - $2,196 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$450 - $550 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,500 - $1,834, 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 $910 - $1,112, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,509 - $4,289 |
6.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$337 - $411 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$335 - $409 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$428 - $523 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,500 - $1,834 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$910 - $1,112 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fair Lawn NJ area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $710 - $868.
| Other Events Cost |
$710 - $868 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$710 - $868 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Fair Lawn NJ spend between $5,143 - $6,285 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fair Lawn NJ with 250 guests spend between $2,192 - $2,680 on wedding photography, which is about 4.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fair Lawn NJ is $1,666 - $2,036. This makes up a portion of your (3.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,143 - $6,285 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$474 - $580 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$294 - $360 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,192 - $2,680 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,666 - $2,036 |
3.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Fair Lawn NJ is estimated to be $1,497 - $1,829. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,497 - $1,829 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,497 - $1,829 |
2.8% |