For a wedding with 38 guests in the Princeton NJ, the estimated total cost is around $29,341 - $35,861. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Princeton NJ is approximately $858. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,341 - $35,861.
The average wedding cost in Princeton NJ is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,341 - $35,861 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Princeton NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $527 - $644. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $568 - $694.
In Princeton NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,107 - $3,797. This represents about 10.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,445 - $5,433 |
15.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$527 - $644 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$244 - $298 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$568 - $694 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,107 - $3,797 |
10.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Princeton NJ is $125 - $153. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Princeton NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Princeton NJ is $305 - $373. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$305 - $373 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,752 - $3,364, which is 9.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Princeton NJ area is $1,447 - $1,769.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,752 - $3,364 |
9.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,447 - $1,769 |
4.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,305 - $1,595 |
4.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Princeton NJ, you should budget approximately $6,161 - $7,531, which is about 21.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,161 - $7,531 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$696 - $850 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,340 - $1,638 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,631 - $4,437 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$495 - $605 |
1.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,013 - $2,461. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,013 - $2,461 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$593 - $725 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$269 - $329 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$811 - $991 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$157 - $191 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $533 - $651.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$533 - $651 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$155 - $189 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$209 - $255 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $203 - $249. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$203 - $249 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,886 - $2,305, which is about 6.4% 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 $1,144 - $1,398, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,451 - $4,217 |
11.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$421 - $515 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,886 - $2,305 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
3.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Princeton NJ area is $293 - $359. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $359 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $359 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,066 - $1,302.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,066 - $1,302 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,066 - $1,302 |
3.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$468 - $572 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$468 - $572 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Princeton NJ spend between $5,114 - $6,250 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Princeton NJ with 38 guests spend between $3,290 - $4,022 on wedding photography, which is about 11.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,114 - $6,250 |
17.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$332 - $406 |
1.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$495 - $605 |
1.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$362 - $442 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$635 - $776 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,290 - $4,022 |
11.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Princeton NJ is estimated to be $2,246 - $2,745. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,246 - $2,745 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,246 - $2,745 |
7.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $166 - $202.
| Transportation Cost |
$166 - $202 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$166 - $202 |
0.6% |