For a wedding with 250 guests in the Jersey City NJ, the estimated total cost is around $71,331 - $87,183. 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 $317. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $71,331 - $87,183.
The average wedding cost in Jersey City NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $71,331 - $87,183 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Trenton NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $310 - $378. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $334 - $408.
In Trenton NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,825 - $2,231. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,612 - $3,192 |
3.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$334 - $408 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,825 - $2,231 |
2.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Jersey City NJ is $1,177 - $1,439. 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 |
$1,177 - $1,439 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,177 - $1,439 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Jersey City NJ is $319 - $389. 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 |
$319 - $389 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,593 - $3,169, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Jersey City NJ area is $1,796 - $2,196.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,593 - $3,169 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,796 - $2,196 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$797 - $974 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Jersey City NJ, you should budget approximately $38,284 - $46,792, which is about 53.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$38,284 - $46,792 |
53.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,574 - $8,034 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,670 - $15,486 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,363 - $17,555 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,677 - $5,717 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,864 - $7,167. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,864 - $7,167 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$873 - $1,067 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$776 - $948 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,040 - $1,272 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,694 - $2,070 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,877 - $2,294.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,877 - $2,294 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$165 - $201 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$526 - $642 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,960 - $2,396. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,960 - $2,396 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$329 - $403 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$489 - $597 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$243 - $297 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$291 - $355 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$232 - $284 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,068 - $1,306, which is about 1.5% 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 $649 - $793, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,358 - $7,770 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,640 - $5,672 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$649 - $793 |
0.9% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,323 - $1,617.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,323 - $1,617 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,323 - $1,617 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ spend between $7,576 - $9,260 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ with 250 guests spend between $4,083 - $4,991 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Jersey City NJ is $3,102 - $3,792. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,576 - $9,260 |
10.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$391 - $477 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,083 - $4,991 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,102 - $3,792 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $611 - $747.
| Transportation Cost |
$611 - $747 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$611 - $747 |
0.9% |