For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $34,969 - $42,739. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $311. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,969 - $42,739.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,969 - $42,739 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 $356 - $435. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $383 - $469.
In Princeton NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,096 - $2,562. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,000 - $3,666 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$356 - $435 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$165 - $201 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$383 - $469 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,096 - $2,562 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Princeton NJ is $389 - $475. 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 |
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Princeton NJ is $264 - $322. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$264 - $322 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,643 - $2,008, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Princeton NJ area is $1,138 - $1,390.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,643 - $2,008 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$505 - $617 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Princeton NJ, you should budget approximately $14,105 - $17,239, which is about 40.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,105 - $17,239 |
40.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,140 - $2,616 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,125 - $5,041 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,316 - $7,720 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,524 - $1,862 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,438 - $2,980. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,438 - $2,980 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$511 - $625 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$229 - $279 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$666 - $814 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$488 - $596 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$312 - $382 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $866 - $1,058.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$866 - $1,058 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$209 - $255 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$347 - $425 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $587 - $717. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$587 - $717 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$45 - $55 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,176 - $1,438, which is about 3.4% 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 $714 - $872, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,997 - $8,551 |
20.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,107 - $6,241 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,176 - $1,438 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$714 - $872 |
2.0% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $359 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $838 - $1,024.
| Other Events Cost |
$838 - $1,024 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$838 - $1,024 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$468 - $572 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$468 - $572 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Princeton NJ spend between $3,083 - $3,768 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Princeton NJ with 125 guests spend between $2,588 - $3,163 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,083 - $3,768 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$495 - $605 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,588 - $3,163 |
7.4% |