For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $41,238 - $50,402. 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 $367. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,238 - $50,402.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,238 - $50,402 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Rockledge FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $316 - $386. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $326 - $398.
In Rockledge FL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,796 - $2,195. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,585 - $3,159 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$326 - $398 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,796 - $2,195 |
4.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $563 - $688. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$563 - $688 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$563 - $688 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $359 - $439. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,577 - $3,149, which is 6.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,781 - $2,177.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,577 - $3,149 |
6.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,781 - $2,177 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$796 - $972 |
1.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $16,606 - $20,296, which is about 40.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,606 - $20,296 |
40.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,856 - $7,158 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,632 - $10,550 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,118 - $2,588 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,387 - $5,361. This accounts for roughly 10.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,387 - $5,361 |
10.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$763 - $933 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$350 - $428 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,411 - $1,725 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$902 - $1,102 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$585 - $715 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $807 - $987.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$807 - $987 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $825 - $1,009. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$825 - $1,009 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $995 - $1,216, which is about 2.4% 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 $626 - $766, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,621 - $1,981 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$995 - $1,216 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$626 - $766 |
1.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,319 - $1,612.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,319 - $1,612 |
3.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,319 - $1,612 |
3.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $8,187 - $10,007 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,120 - $5,036 on wedding photography, which is about 10.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,146 - $3,846. This makes up a portion of your (7.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,187 - $10,007 |
19.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$545 - $667 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,120 - $5,036 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,146 - $3,846 |
7.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,403 - $1,715.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,403 - $1,715 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$665 - $813 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$738 - $902 |
1.8% |