For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chatham NJ, the estimated total cost is around $59,625 - $72,875. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chatham NJ is approximately $379. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,625 - $72,875.
The average wedding cost in Chatham NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,625 - $72,875 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chatham NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $941 - $1,151. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $1,016 - $1,242.
In Chatham NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,555 - $6,789. This represents about 9.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,950 - $9,716 |
13.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$941 - $1,151 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$437 - $535 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,555 - $6,789 |
9.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chatham NJ is $330 - $404. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$330 - $404 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,479 - $3,029, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chatham NJ area is $1,717 - $2,099.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,479 - $3,029 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,717 - $2,099 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$761 - $931 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chatham NJ, you should budget approximately $25,809 - $31,545, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,809 - $31,545 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,135 - $5,053 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,970 - $9,741 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,763 - $13,155 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,942 - $3,596 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,433 - $5,418. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,433 - $5,418 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$769 - $939 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$349 - $427 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$606 - $740 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$997 - $1,219 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$638 - $780 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $841 - $1,027.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$841 - $1,027 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$171 - $209 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$670 - $818 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,470 - $1,796. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,470 - $1,796 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$382 - $466 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,805 - $3,429, which is about 4.7% 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 $1,702 - $2,080, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,507 - $5,509 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,805 - $3,429 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,702 - $2,080 |
2.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chatham NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,265 - $1,546.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,265 - $1,546 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,265 - $1,546 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Chatham NJ spend between $9,153 - $11,187 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chatham NJ with 175 guests spend between $4,890 - $5,976 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chatham NJ is $3,715 - $4,541. This makes up a portion of your (6.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,153 - $11,187 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$548 - $670 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,890 - $5,976 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,715 - $4,541 |
6.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $611 - $747.
| Transportation Cost |
$611 - $747 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$611 - $747 |
1.0% |