For a wedding with 400 guests in the New Jersey, the estimated total cost is around $120,761 - $147,597. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New Jersey is approximately $335. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $120,761 - $147,597.
The average wedding cost in New Jersey is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $120,761 - $147,597 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ridgewood NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $803 - $981. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $865 - $1,057.
In Ridgewood NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,736 - $5,788. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,775 - $8,281 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$803 - $981 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$372 - $454 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$865 - $1,057 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,736 - $5,788 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in New Jersey is $2,254 - $2,754. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Jersey area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,254 - $2,754 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,254 - $2,754 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Jersey is $327 - $399. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$327 - $399 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,976 - $8,526, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Jersey area is $1,669 - $2,039.
For a live band, couples in New Jersey typically budget around $4,568 - $5,583 which is 3.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,976 - $8,526 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,669 - $2,039 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$740 - $904 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,568 - $5,583 |
3.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in New Jersey, you should budget approximately $66,818 - $81,666, which is about 55.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$66,818 - $81,666 |
55.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$12,807 - $15,653 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$24,685 - $30,171 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$20,212 - $24,704 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$9,113 - $11,139 |
7.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $8,378 - $10,240. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$8,378 - $10,240 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$708 - $866 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$322 - $394 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,715 - $2,096 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$995 - $1,216 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,829 - $3,457 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,810 - $2,212 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,623 - $4,429.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,623 - $4,429 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $204 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$225 - $275 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,075 - $2,537 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,157 - $1,414 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,361 - $5,330. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,361 - $5,330 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$726 - $888 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$339 - $415 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,079 - $1,319 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$571 - $697 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$642 - $784 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$492 - $602 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$511 - $625 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,530 - $3,092, 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 $1,536 - $1,878, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,066 - $4,970 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,530 - $3,092 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,536 - $1,878 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Jersey area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,229 - $1,502.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,229 - $1,502 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in New Jersey spend between $8,352 - $10,208 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Jersey with 400 guests spend between $3,793 - $4,635 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Jersey is $2,882 - $3,522. This makes up a portion of your (2.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,352 - $10,208 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$534 - $652 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,793 - $4,635 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,882 - $3,522 |
2.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Jersey is estimated to be $2,588 - $3,164. This service accounts for 2.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,588 - $3,164 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,588 - $3,164 |
2.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,236 - $5,178.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,236 - $5,178 |
3.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,236 - $5,178 |
3.5% |