For a wedding with 250 guests in the Franklin MA, the estimated total cost is around $52,702 - $64,414. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Franklin MA is approximately $234. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,702 - $64,414.
The average wedding cost in Franklin MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,702 - $64,414 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In South Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $307 - $375. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $342 - $418.
In South Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,880 - $2,298. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,654 - $3,244 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$307 - $375 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$342 - $418 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,880 - $2,298 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Franklin MA is $977 - $1,194. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Franklin MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$977 - $1,194 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Franklin MA is $302 - $369. 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 |
$302 - $369 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,732 - $2,116, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Franklin MA area is $1,166 - $1,425.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,732 - $2,116 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,166 - $1,425 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$566 - $692 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Franklin MA, you should budget approximately $22,596 - $27,618, which is about 42.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,596 - $27,618 |
42.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,559 - $5,572 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,850 - $10,816 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,188 - $11,230 |
17.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,144 - $5,064. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,144 - $5,064 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$594 - $726 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$720 - $880 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,089 - $1,331 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$774 - $946 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,572 - $1,922.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,572 - $1,922 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$822 - $1,004 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$434 - $530 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,752 - $2,142. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,752 - $2,142 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$310 - $378 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$411 - $503 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$291 - $355 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $994 - $1,214, which is about 1.9% 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 $598 - $730, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,950 - $8,494 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,359 - $6,549 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$994 - $1,214 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$598 - $730 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Franklin MA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $934 - $1,142.
| Other Events Cost |
$934 - $1,142 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$934 - $1,142 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$515 - $629 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Franklin MA spend between $6,242 - $7,629 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Franklin MA with 250 guests spend between $2,737 - $3,345 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Franklin MA is $2,339 - $2,859. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,242 - $7,629 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$369 - $451 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$476 - $582 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,737 - $3,345 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,339 - $2,859 |
4.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,041 - $2,495.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,041 - $2,495 |
3.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$2,041 - $2,495 |
3.9% |