For a wedding with 250 guests in the Somerville NJ, the estimated total cost is around $73,166 - $89,426. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Somerville NJ is approximately $325. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $73,166 - $89,426.
The average wedding cost in Somerville NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $73,166 - $89,426 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Somerville NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $453 - $553. 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 $480 - $586.
In Somerville NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,717 - $3,321. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,852 - $4,708 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$453 - $553 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$480 - $586 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,717 - $3,321 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Somerville NJ is $1,389 - $1,697. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Somerville NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $6 - $7 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,389 - $1,697 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,389 - $1,697 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Somerville NJ is $307 - $375. 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 |
$307 - $375 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$168 - $206 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,520 - $9,191, which is 10.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Somerville NJ area is $1,846 - $2,256.
For a live band, couples in Somerville NJ typically budget around $4,878 - $5,962 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,520 - $9,191 |
10.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,846 - $2,256 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$796 - $972 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,878 - $5,962 |
6.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Somerville NJ, you should budget approximately $37,644 - $46,010, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$37,644 - $46,010 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$7,440 - $9,094 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$14,472 - $17,688 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,457 - $12,781 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$5,275 - $6,447 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,999 - $7,332. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,999 - $7,332 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$367 - $449 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$900 - $1,100 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,071 - $1,309 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,751 - $2,140 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,085 - $1,327 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,070 - $2,530.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,070 - $2,530 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,207 - $1,475 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$573 - $701 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,977 - $2,417. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,977 - $2,417 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$323 - $395 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$531 - $649 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$239 - $293 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$286 - $350 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,559 - $1,905, 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 $929 - $1,135, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,488 - $3,040 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,559 - $1,905 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$929 - $1,135 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Somerville NJ area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,414 - $1,728.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,414 - $1,728 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,414 - $1,728 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$504 - $616 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Somerville NJ spend between $7,691 - $9,400 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Somerville NJ with 250 guests spend between $4,179 - $5,107 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Somerville NJ is $3,061 - $3,741. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,691 - $9,400 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,179 - $5,107 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,061 - $3,741 |
4.2% |