For a wedding with 125 guests in the Livingston NJ, the estimated total cost is around $44,868 - $54,838. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Livingston NJ is approximately $399. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,868 - $54,838.
The average wedding cost in Livingston NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,868 - $54,838 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Union NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $434 - $530. 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 $467 - $571.
In Union NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,587 - $3,161. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,685 - $4,503 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$434 - $530 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$467 - $571 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,587 - $3,161 |
5.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Livingston NJ is $505 - $617. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Livingston NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$505 - $617 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$505 - $617 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Livingston NJ is $352 - $430. 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 |
$352 - $430 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,684 - $6,947, which is 12.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Livingston NJ typically budget around $4,910 - $6,002 which is 10.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,684 - $6,947 |
12.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$773 - $945 |
1.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,910 - $6,002 |
10.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Livingston NJ, you should budget approximately $19,514 - $23,850, which is about 43.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,514 - $23,850 |
43.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,245 - $3,966 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,300 - $7,700 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,069 - $9,862 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,901 - $2,323 |
4.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,596 - $4,395. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,596 - $4,395 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$797 - $974 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$357 - $437 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$638 - $780 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$408 - $498 |
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 $959 - $1,173.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$959 - $1,173 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$434 - $530 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$220 - $268 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $786 - $960. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$786 - $960 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,416 - $1,730, which is about 3.2% 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 $853 - $1,043, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,269 - $2,773 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,416 - $1,730 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$853 - $1,043 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Livingston 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 $1,267 - $1,549.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,267 - $1,549 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,267 - $1,549 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$480 - $586 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$480 - $586 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Livingston NJ spend between $5,473 - $6,689 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Livingston NJ with 125 guests spend between $4,034 - $4,930 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,473 - $6,689 |
12.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$343 - $419 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$433 - $529 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$663 - $811 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,034 - $4,930 |
9.0% |