For a wedding with 250 guests in the Ridgewood NJ, the estimated total cost is around $87,285 - $106,681. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Ridgewood NJ is approximately $388. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,285 - $106,681.
The average wedding cost in Ridgewood NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,285 - $106,681 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 $882 - $1,078. 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 $950 - $1,162.
In Ridgewood NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,205 - $6,361. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,445 - $9,099 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$882 - $1,078 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$408 - $498 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$950 - $1,162 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,205 - $6,361 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Ridgewood NJ is $1,213 - $1,483. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Ridgewood NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,213 - $1,483 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,213 - $1,483 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Ridgewood NJ is $327 - $399. 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 |
$327 - $399 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,723 - $9,439, which is 8.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Ridgewood NJ area is $1,847 - $2,257.
For a live band, couples in Ridgewood NJ typically budget around $5,057 - $6,181 which is 5.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,723 - $9,439 |
8.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,847 - $2,257 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$819 - $1,001 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,057 - $6,181 |
5.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Ridgewood NJ, you should budget approximately $38,895 - $47,539, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$38,895 - $47,539 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,704 - $8,194 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,923 - $15,795 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,497 - $17,719 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,771 - $5,831 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,529 - $6,757. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,529 - $6,757 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$713 - $871 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$324 - $396 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$913 - $1,115 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,523 - $1,861 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$974 - $1,190 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,094 - $2,560.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,094 - $2,560 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$225 - $275 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,086 - $1,328 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$617 - $754 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,239 - $2,737. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,239 - $2,737 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$387 - $473 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$181 - $221 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$574 - $702 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$221 - $270 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$342 - $418 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,841 - $3,473, which is about 3.3% 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 $1,725 - $2,109, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,567 - $5,581 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,841 - $3,473 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,725 - $2,109 |
2.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,360 - $1,662.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,360 - $1,662 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,360 - $1,662 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Ridgewood NJ spend between $10,800 - $13,200 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Ridgewood NJ with 250 guests spend between $5,184 - $6,336 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Ridgewood NJ is $3,938 - $4,814. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,800 - $13,200 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$534 - $652 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$495 - $605 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,184 - $6,336 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,938 - $4,814 |
4.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Ridgewood NJ is estimated to be $2,866 - $3,502. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,866 - $3,502 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,866 - $3,502 |
3.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,749 - $2,137.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,749 - $2,137 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,749 - $2,137 |
2.0% |