For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Brunswick NJ, the estimated total cost is around $49,525 - $60,531. 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 Brunswick NJ is approximately $440. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,525 - $60,531.
The average wedding cost in New Brunswick NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,525 - $60,531 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In South River NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $352 - $430. 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 $380 - $464.
In South River NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,077 - $2,539. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,972 - $3,632 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$352 - $430 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$380 - $464 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,077 - $2,539 |
4.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in South River NJ is $307 - $375. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$307 - $375 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,184 - $8,780, which is 14.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Brunswick NJ area is $1,718 - $2,100.
For a live band, couples in New Brunswick NJ typically budget around $4,704 - $5,750 which is 9.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,184 - $8,780 |
14.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,718 - $2,100 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$761 - $931 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,704 - $5,750 |
9.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in New Brunswick NJ, you should budget approximately $22,734 - $27,786, which is about 45.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,734 - $27,786 |
45.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,798 - $3,420 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,394 - $6,592 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,551 - $15,340 |
25.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,992 - $2,434 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,615 - $4,419. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,615 - $4,419 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$726 - $888 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$330 - $404 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$362 - $442 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$683 - $835 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$437 - $535 |
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 $993 - $1,213.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$993 - $1,213 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$454 - $554 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $896 - $1,095. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
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 $1,125 - $1,375, which is about 2.3% 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 $683 - $835, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,808 - $2,210 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$683 - $835 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New Brunswick NJ area is $300 - $366. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,265 - $1,547.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,265 - $1,547 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,265 - $1,547 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ spend between $4,307 - $5,265 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ with 125 guests spend between $3,906 - $4,774 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,307 - $5,265 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $491 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,906 - $4,774 |
7.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in New Brunswick NJ is estimated to be $2,666 - $3,258. This service accounts for 5.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,666 - $3,258 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,666 - $3,258 |
5.4% |