For a wedding with 75 guests in the Scotch Plains NJ, the estimated total cost is around $39,096 - $47,784. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Scotch Plains NJ is approximately $579. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,096 - $47,784.
The average wedding cost in Scotch Plains NJ is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,096 - $47,784 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Scotch Plains NJ is $329 - $402. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Scotch Plains NJ area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$329 - $402 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$329 - $402 |
0.8% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,964 - $9,734, which is 20.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Scotch Plains NJ area is $1,758 - $2,148.
For a live band, couples in Scotch Plains NJ typically budget around $4,644 - $5,676 which is 11.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,964 - $9,734 |
20.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,758 - $2,148 |
4.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,644 - $5,676 |
11.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,562 - $1,910 |
4.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Scotch Plains NJ, you should budget approximately $13,178 - $16,106, which is about 33.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,178 - $16,106 |
33.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,647 - $2,013 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,204 - $3,916 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,160 - $8,751 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,167 - $1,427 |
3.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,566 - $1,914. This accounts for roughly 4.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,566 - $1,914 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,090 - $1,332 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$257 - $314 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $407 - $497.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $315 - $385. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Scotch Plains NJ area is $313 - $383. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$313 - $383 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$313 - $383 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Scotch Plains NJ spend between $11,526 - $14,088 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 29.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Scotch Plains NJ with 75 guests spend between $5,011 - $6,125 on wedding photography, which is about 12.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Scotch Plains NJ is $3,671 - $4,487. This makes up a portion of your (9.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,526 - $14,088 |
29.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$481 - $587 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$507 - $619 |
1.3% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$676 - $826 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,181 - $1,443 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,011 - $6,125 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,671 - $4,487 |
9.4% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,246 - $3,968 |
8.3% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$3,246 - $3,968 |
8.3% |