For a wedding with 400 guests in the Parsippany NJ, the estimated total cost is around $108,715 - $132,873. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Parsippany NJ is approximately $302. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $108,715 - $132,873.
The average wedding cost in Parsippany NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $108,715 - $132,873 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Parsippany NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $372 - $454. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $402 - $492.
In Parsippany NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,195 - $2,683. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,141 - $3,839 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$372 - $454 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$172 - $210 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$402 - $492 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,195 - $2,683 |
2.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Parsippany NJ is $2,014 - $2,462. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Parsippany NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,014 - $2,462 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,014 - $2,462 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Parsippany NJ is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,099 - $2,565, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Parsippany NJ area is $1,454 - $1,778.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,099 - $2,565 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,454 - $1,778 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$644 - $788 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Parsippany NJ, you should budget approximately $64,065 - $78,301, which is about 58.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$64,065 - $78,301 |
58.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,921 - $14,571 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,979 - $28,085 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$20,681 - $25,277 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,483 - $10,369 |
7.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,088 - $8,663. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,088 - $8,663 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$523 - $639 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$817 - $999 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,529 - $3,091 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,617 - $1,977 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,175 - $3,881.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,175 - $3,881 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$137 - $167 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $227 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,931 - $2,361 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$922 - $1,126 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,548 - $4,336. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,548 - $4,336 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$578 - $706 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$268 - $328 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$859 - $1,049 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$534 - $652 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$511 - $625 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$407 - $497 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,280 - $1,564, which is about 1.2% 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 $776 - $948, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,610 - $9,301 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,554 - $6,788 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,280 - $1,564 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$776 - $948 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Parsippany NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,071 - $1,309.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,071 - $1,309 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,071 - $1,309 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Parsippany NJ spend between $6,753 - $8,253 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Parsippany NJ with 400 guests spend between $3,307 - $4,041 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Parsippany NJ is $2,512 - $3,070. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,753 - $8,253 |
6.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$439 - $537 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,307 - $4,041 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
2.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Parsippany NJ is estimated to be $2,257 - $2,759. This service accounts for 2.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,257 - $2,759 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,257 - $2,759 |
2.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,847 - $5,925.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,847 - $5,925 |
4.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$611 - $747 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,236 - $5,178 |
3.9% |