For a wedding with 250 guests in the Somerset NJ, the estimated total cost is around $88,114 - $107,694. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Somerset NJ is approximately $392. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $88,114 - $107,694.
The average wedding cost in Somerset NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $88,114 - $107,694 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Scotch Plains NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $551 - $673. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $585 - $715.
In Scotch Plains NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,306 - $4,040. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,687 - $5,729 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$551 - $673 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$246 - $300 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$585 - $715 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,306 - $4,040 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Somerset NJ is $1,286 - $1,572. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Somerset NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,286 - $1,572 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,286 - $1,572 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Somerset NJ is $349 - $427. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$349 - $427 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$153 - $187 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,715 - $3,319, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Somerset NJ area is $1,889 - $2,309.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,715 - $3,319 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,889 - $2,309 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$826 - $1,010 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Somerset NJ, you should budget approximately $40,245 - $49,189, which is about 45.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$40,245 - $49,189 |
45.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,031 - $8,593 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$13,682 - $16,722 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,569 - $17,807 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,964 - $6,067 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,712 - $6,982. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,712 - $6,982 |
6.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$780 - $954 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$347 - $424 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,113 - $1,361 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,613 - $1,971 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,018 - $1,244 |
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 $1,981 - $2,421.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,981 - $2,421 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$536 - $655 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,826 - $2,232. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,826 - $2,232 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$301 - $367 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$497 - $607 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$204 - $250 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$267 - $327 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,859 - $2,273, which is about 2.1% 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 $1,107 - $1,353, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,150 - $13,628 |
12.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,184 - $10,002 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,859 - $2,273 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Somerset NJ area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,418 - $1,733.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,418 - $1,733 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,418 - $1,733 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$506 - $618 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$506 - $618 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Somerset NJ spend between $9,101 - $11,123 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Somerset NJ with 250 guests spend between $4,330 - $5,292 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Somerset NJ is $3,252 - $3,974. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,101 - $11,123 |
10.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$356 - $435 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$481 - $587 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$683 - $835 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,330 - $5,292 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,252 - $3,974 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Somerset NJ is estimated to be $6,189 - $7,565. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,189 - $7,565 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,189 - $7,565 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $633 - $773.
| Transportation Cost |
$633 - $773 |
0.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$633 - $773 |
0.7% |