For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $70,184 - $85,780. 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 $624. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $70,184 - $85,780.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $70,184 - $85,780 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Newton Center MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $748 - $914. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $794 - $970.
In Newton Center MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,490 - $5,488. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,366 - $7,780 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$748 - $914 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$794 - $970 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,490 - $5,488 |
6.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $590 - $722. 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 |
$590 - $722 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$590 - $722 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $341 - $417. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,743 - $3,353, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,909 - $2,333.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,743 - $3,353 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,909 - $2,333 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$834 - $1,020 |
1.2% |
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 $24,989 - $30,543, which is about 35.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,989 - $30,543 |
35.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,196 - $3,906 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,220 - $7,602 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,317 - $16,277 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,256 - $2,758 |
3.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,822 - $4,672. This accounts for roughly 5.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,822 - $4,672 |
5.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$754 - $922 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$335 - $409 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$741 - $905 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$468 - $572 |
0.7% |
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 $1,121 - $1,371.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,121 - $1,371 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$517 - $631 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$266 - $325 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $883 - $1,079. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$883 - $1,079 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,537 - $3,101, which is about 3.6% 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 $1,509 - $1,845, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,209 - $18,589 |
21.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$11,163 - $13,643 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,537 - $3,101 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,509 - $1,845 |
2.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston MA area is $307 - $375. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$307 - $375 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$307 - $375 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,432 - $1,750.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,432 - $1,750 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,432 - $1,750 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$492 - $602 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,903 - $5,993 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,375 - $5,347 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,903 - $5,993 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$528 - $646 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,375 - $5,347 |
6.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Boston MA is estimated to be $6,253 - $7,643. This service accounts for 8.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,253 - $7,643 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,253 - $7,643 |
8.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $731 - $893.
| Transportation Cost |
$731 - $893 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$731 - $893 |
1.0% |