For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $32,618 - $39,866. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Boston MA is approximately $954. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,618 - $39,866.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,618 - $39,866 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $238 - $290. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,403 - $1,715. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,641 - $2,005 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$238 - $290 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,403 - $1,715 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $144 - $176. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Boston MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $71 - $87. 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 |
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,168 - $7,538, which is 18.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,650 - $2,016.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $4,518 - $5,522 which is 13.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,168 - $7,538 |
18.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,650 - $2,016 |
5.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,518 - $5,522 |
13.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $6,855 - $8,379, which is about 21.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,855 - $8,379 |
21.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$735 - $899 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,417 - $1,731 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,181 - $5,110 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$523 - $639 |
1.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,570 - $3,141. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,570 - $3,141 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$746 - $912 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$338 - $414 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$216 - $264 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $483 - $591.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$483 - $591 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $106 - $130. This is approximately 0.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$41 - $51 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $829 - $1,013, which is about 2.5% 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 $503 - $615, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,852 - $5,930 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,520 - $4,302 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$829 - $1,013 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$503 - $615 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston MA area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,215 - $1,485.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,215 - $1,485 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,215 - $1,485 |
3.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $8,198 - $10,020 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 25.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $3,751 - $4,585 on wedding photography, which is about 11.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $2,851 - $3,485. This makes up a portion of your (8.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,198 - $10,020 |
25.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,751 - $4,585 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,851 - $3,485 |
8.7% |