For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $45,020 - $55,024. 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 $400. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,020 - $55,024.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,020 - $55,024 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $282 - $344. 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 $304 - $372.
In Jersey City NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,662 - $2,032. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,379 - $2,907 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$304 - $372 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,662 - $2,032 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Jersey City NJ is $442 - $540. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Jersey City NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$442 - $540 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$442 - $540 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Jersey City NJ is $345 - $421. 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 |
$345 - $421 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,149 - $2,627, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Jersey City NJ area is $1,490 - $1,821.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,149 - $2,627 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,490 - $1,821 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$660 - $806 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Jersey City NJ, you should budget approximately $18,770 - $22,941, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,770 - $22,941 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,502 - $3,058 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,822 - $5,894 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,665 - $11,813 |
21.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,780 - $2,176 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,080 - $3,764. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,080 - $3,764 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$670 - $818 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$304 - $372 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$364 - $444 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$833 - $1,019 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$554 - $678 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$355 - $433 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $930 - $1,136.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$930 - $1,136 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $911 - $1,113. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $941 - $1,150, 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 $572 - $699, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,596 - $6,840 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,084 - $4,992 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$941 - $1,150 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$572 - $699 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Jersey City 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 $1,096 - $1,340.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,096 - $1,340 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,096 - $1,340 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ spend between $3,765 - $4,601 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Jersey City NJ with 125 guests spend between $3,385 - $4,137 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,765 - $4,601 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$380 - $464 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,385 - $4,137 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Jersey City NJ is estimated to be $4,780 - $5,842. This service accounts for 10.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,780 - $5,842 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,780 - $5,842 |
10.6% |