The Cost Of Saying “I Do” In New Jersey In 2026

The Cost Of Saying “I Do” In New Jersey In 2026

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Getting married is one of the most exciting times of your life, but the thought of spending all that money on just one day can be a lot to wrap your head around.

I always say some of the best weddings I've ever been to were the ones that didn't cost a fortune. They just felt more relaxed and more personal, and honestly, the ones I remember the most. Years later, does anyone really remember what the centerpieces looked like or how much the bride and groom spent?

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The Average Wedding Price In America

According to a popular wedding planning website's 2026 report, the average wedding in America is $36,000, but here in New Jersey, you know that cost is going to be a lot more.

While the Garden State didn't actually top the list, nearby cities aren't cheap either. If you're planning a wedding in New York City, listen to this...the average cost is approaching $100,000, and in Philadelphia it's $50,000.

Talk about a crazy amount of money!

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Understanding The Average Wedding Expenses In New Jersey

They looked at several of the biggest wedding expenses in big cities throughout the country, including venue, flowers, photography, entertainment, catering, and more, to determine the average cost.

In Newark, the only New Jersey city listed in the study, it will run you around $57,000.

So what are the top 10 most expensive U.S. cities for weddings?

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  1. New York, NY - $99,000
  2. San Francisco, CA - $85,000
  3. San Jose, CA - $82,000
  4. Chicago, IL - $81,000
  5. Cheyenne, WY - $71,000
  6. Boston, MA - $68,000
  7. Los Angeles, CA - $67,000
  8. San Diego, CA - $65,000
  9. Washington, D.C. - $63,000
  10. Las Vegas, NV - $62,000

Which states have the most expensive electric bills?

The average total electricity cost in the United States last year was $1,820. That was an increase of $110, or 6.4%, from 2024.

Source: Energy Information Administration via the Joint Economic Committee Democrats

Gallery Credit: New Jersey 101.5

Top 20 NJ towns with the most expensive property taxes

These are the 20 New Jersey towns with the biggest average property tax bills in 2023, according to data from the Department of Community Affairs.

Gallery Credit: Rick Rickman

These are the most and least expensive toll roads in the U.S.

According to data compiled by Uproad, these are the highways across the country that charge the most and least to drive as of 2023. Officials in the state listed as the most expensive, however, say the data is incorrect and they provided the information to back it up.

Gallery Credit: Mike Brant

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