For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $29,778 - $36,396. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Boston MA is approximately $871. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,778 - $36,396.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,778 - $36,396 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Rocky Hill CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $343 - $419. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $369 - $451.
In Rocky Hill CT, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,038 - $2,490. This represents about 6.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,904 - $3,550 |
9.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$343 - $419 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$369 - $451 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,038 - $2,490 |
6.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $137 - $167. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,451 - $2,995, which is 8.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,699 - $2,077.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,451 - $2,995 |
8.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,699 - $2,077 |
5.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$752 - $919 |
2.5% |
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 $6,357 - $7,769, which is about 21.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,357 - $7,769 |
21.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$713 - $871 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,383 - $1,691 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,758 - $4,594 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$502 - $614 |
1.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,622 - $3,204. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,622 - $3,204 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$822 - $1,004 |
2.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$367 - $449 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$173 - $211 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $209 - $255. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$209 - $255 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,131 - $1,383, which is about 3.8% 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 $681 - $833, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,757 - $8,259 |
22.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,945 - $6,043 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$681 - $833 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Rocky Hill CT spend between $5,451 - $6,663 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $5,033 - $6,151 on wedding photography, which is about 16.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,451 - $6,663 |
18.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$419 - $512 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,033 - $6,151 |
16.9% |
