For a wedding with 175 guests in the Cape May NJ, the estimated total cost is around $64,167 - $78,427. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cape May NJ is approximately $407. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $64,167 - $78,427.
The average wedding cost in Cape May NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $64,167 - $78,427 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cape May NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $332 - $406. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $358 - $438.
In Cape May NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,958 - $2,393. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,802 - $3,424 |
4.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$358 - $438 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,958 - $2,393 |
3.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Cape May NJ is $1,066 - $1,302. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cape May NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,066 - $1,302 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,066 - $1,302 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cape May NJ is $283 - $345. 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 |
$283 - $345 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$64 - $78 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,006 - $2,452, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cape May NJ area is $1,390 - $1,698.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,006 - $2,452 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,390 - $1,698 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$617 - $754 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Cape May NJ, you should budget approximately $29,383 - $35,913, which is about 45.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,383 - $35,913 |
45.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,559 - $6,795 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,717 - $13,099 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,149 - $11,183 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,957 - $4,837 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,604 - $5,628. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,604 - $5,628 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$632 - $772 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$286 - $350 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$630 - $770 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$864 - $1,056 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,337 - $1,635 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,619 - $1,979.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,619 - $1,979 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$901 - $1,101 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$427 - $521 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,813 - $2,215. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,813 - $2,215 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$398 - $486 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$237 - $289 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,057 - $1,291, which is about 1.6% 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 $641 - $783, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,287 - $7,684 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,589 - $5,609 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,057 - $1,291 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$641 - $783 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cape May NJ area is $284 - $347. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$284 - $347 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$284 - $347 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,022 - $1,250.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,022 - $1,250 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$452 - $552 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$452 - $552 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Cape May NJ spend between $8,857 - $10,825 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cape May NJ with 175 guests spend between $3,825 - $4,675 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cape May NJ is $2,907 - $3,553. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,857 - $10,825 |
13.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$320 - $392 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$398 - $486 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$467 - $571 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$940 - $1,148 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,825 - $4,675 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,907 - $3,553 |
4.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Cape May NJ is estimated to be $2,155 - $2,633. This service accounts for 3.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,155 - $2,633 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,155 - $2,633 |
3.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,536 - $1,878.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,536 - $1,878 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,536 - $1,878 |
2.4% |