For a wedding with 250 guests in the Shrewsbury NJ, the estimated total cost is around $72,640 - $88,782. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Shrewsbury NJ is approximately $323. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $72,640 - $88,782.
The average wedding cost in Shrewsbury NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $72,640 - $88,782 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cranford NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $556 - $680. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $599 - $732.
In Cranford NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,317 - $4,054. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,723 - $5,773 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$556 - $680 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$599 - $732 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,317 - $4,054 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Shrewsbury NJ is $1,101 - $1,345. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Shrewsbury NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,101 - $1,345 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,101 - $1,345 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Shrewsbury NJ is $350 - $428. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$350 - $428 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,517 - $3,077, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Shrewsbury NJ area is $1,745 - $2,133.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,517 - $3,077 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,745 - $2,133 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$772 - $944 |
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 Shrewsbury NJ, you should budget approximately $34,626 - $42,320, which is about 47.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$34,626 - $42,320 |
47.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,146 - $7,512 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,934 - $14,586 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,212 - $14,926 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,334 - $5,297 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,166 - $6,314. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,166 - $6,314 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$762 - $932 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$751 - $917 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,032 - $1,262 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,391 - $1,700 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$889 - $1,087 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $990 - $1,210.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$990 - $1,210 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$990 - $1,210 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,581 - $1,933. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,581 - $1,933 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$463 - $565 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$199 - $243 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$296 - $362 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$271 - $331 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,835 - $2,243, which is about 2.5% 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 $1,106 - $1,352, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,282 - $15,012 |
16.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$406 - $496 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$401 - $490 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,019 - $9,801 |
11.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$516 - $630 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,835 - $2,243 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,266 - $1,548.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,266 - $1,548 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,266 - $1,548 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Shrewsbury NJ spend between $5,882 - $7,189 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Shrewsbury NJ with 250 guests spend between $5,065 - $6,191 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,882 - $7,189 |
8.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$473 - $579 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,065 - $6,191 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,676 - $2,048.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,676 - $2,048 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,676 - $2,048 |
2.3% |