For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $45,608 - $55,743. 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 $405. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,608 - $55,743.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,608 - $55,743 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Wilton NH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $332 - $406. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $357 - $437.
In Wilton NH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,983 - $2,423. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,672 - $3,266 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$357 - $437 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,983 - $2,423 |
4.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $464 - $568. 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 |
$464 - $568 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$464 - $568 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,983 - $7,313, which is 13.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,570 - $1,918.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $4,414 - $5,394 which is 9.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,983 - $7,313 |
13.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,570 - $1,918 |
3.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,414 - $5,394 |
9.7% |
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 $16,568 - $20,250, which is about 36.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,568 - $20,250 |
36.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,482 - $3,034 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,820 - $5,891 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,517 - $9,187 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,750 - $2,138 |
3.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,491 - $3,045. This accounts for roughly 5.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,491 - $3,045 |
5.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$749 - $915 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$964 - $1,178 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$375 - $459 |
0.8% |
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 $967 - $1,181.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$967 - $1,181 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $893 - $1,091. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$893 - $1,091 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,094 - $1,338, 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 $660 - $806, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,535 - $7,987 |
14.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,781 - $5,843 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,094 - $1,338 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$660 - $806 |
1.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,139 - $1,392.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,139 - $1,392 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,139 - $1,392 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,048 - $4,948 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $3,624 - $4,430 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,048 - $4,948 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$424 - $518 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,624 - $4,430 |
7.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,399 - $2,932. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,399 - $2,932 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,399 - $2,932 |
5.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $676 - $826.
| Transportation Cost |
$676 - $826 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$676 - $826 |
1.5% |