For a wedding with 125 guests in the New Brunswick NJ, the estimated total cost is around $62,063 - $75,855. 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 $552. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,063 - $75,855.
The average wedding cost in New Brunswick NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,063 - $75,855 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Ho Ho Kus NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $923 - $1,128. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $995 - $1,216.
In Ho Ho Kus NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,434 - $6,642. This represents about 8.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,777 - $9,505 |
12.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$923 - $1,128 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$426 - $520 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$995 - $1,216 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,434 - $6,642 |
8.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in New Brunswick NJ is $509 - $623. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New Brunswick NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$509 - $623 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$509 - $623 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New Brunswick NJ is $127 - $155. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,434 - $2,974, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New Brunswick NJ area is $1,687 - $2,061.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,434 - $2,974 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,687 - $2,061 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$747 - $913 |
1.2% |
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 $19,375 - $23,681, which is about 31.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,375 - $23,681 |
31.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,757 - $3,369 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,314 - $6,494 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,343 - $11,419 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,962 - $2,398 |
3.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,226 - $3,942. This accounts for roughly 5.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,226 - $3,942 |
5.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$647 - $791 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$537 - $657 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$994 - $1,214 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$639 - $781 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$409 - $499 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $446 - $546.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$446 - $546 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$446 - $546 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $869 - $1,063. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$869 - $1,063 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$338 - $414 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,925 - $3,575, which is about 4.7% 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 $1,774 - $2,168, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$17,394 - $21,260 |
28.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$12,695 - $15,517 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,925 - $3,575 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,774 - $2,168 |
2.9% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$479 - $585 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ spend between $9,127 - $11,155 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New Brunswick NJ with 125 guests spend between $4,818 - $5,888 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in New Brunswick NJ is $3,660 - $4,474. This makes up a portion of your (5.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,127 - $11,155 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$649 - $793 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,818 - $5,888 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,660 - $4,474 |
5.9% |