For a wedding with 125 guests in the Montclair NJ, the estimated total cost is around $40,052 - $48,952. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Montclair NJ is approximately $356. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,052 - $48,952.
The average wedding cost in Montclair NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,052 - $48,952 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Staten Island NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $307 - $375. 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 $331 - $405.
In Staten Island NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,833 - $2,241. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,611 - $3,191 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$307 - $375 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$331 - $405 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,833 - $2,241 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Montclair NJ is $479 - $585. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Montclair NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$479 - $585 |
1.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,365 - $2,891, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Montclair NJ area is $1,640 - $2,004.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,365 - $2,891 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,640 - $2,004 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$725 - $887 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Montclair NJ, you should budget approximately $17,681 - $21,610, which is about 44.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,681 - $21,610 |
44.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,566 - $3,136 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,982 - $6,090 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,323 - $10,173 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,809 - $2,211 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,353 - $4,098. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,353 - $4,098 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$716 - $876 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$321 - $393 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$326 - $398 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$605 - $739 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$387 - $473 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $629 - $769.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$629 - $769 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$413 - $505 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $784 - $958. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$784 - $958 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,036 - $1,266, which is about 2.6% 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 $625 - $763, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,661 - $2,030 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$625 - $763 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Montclair NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,190 - $1,454.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,190 - $1,454 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,190 - $1,454 |
3.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Montclair NJ spend between $8,521 - $10,415 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Montclair NJ with 125 guests spend between $4,823 - $5,895 on wedding photography, which is about 12.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Montclair NJ is $3,698 - $4,520. This makes up a portion of your (9.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,521 - $10,415 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,823 - $5,895 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,698 - $4,520 |
9.2% |