For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $60,044 - $73,388. 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 $381. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,044 - $73,388.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,044 - $73,388 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $792 - $968. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $853 - $1,043.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,727 - $5,777. This represents about 7.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,731 - $8,227 |
11.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$792 - $968 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$359 - $439 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$853 - $1,043 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,727 - $5,777 |
7.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston MA is $717 - $877. 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 |
$717 - $877 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$717 - $877 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $345 - $421. 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 |
$345 - $421 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,403 - $2,937, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,666 - $2,036.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,403 - $2,937 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,666 - $2,036 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$737 - $901 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $28,535 - $34,876, which is about 47.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,535 - $34,876 |
47.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,861 - $4,719 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,497 - $9,163 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,455 - $17,667 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,722 - $3,326 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,299 - $5,255. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,299 - $5,255 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$772 - $944 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$345 - $421 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$907 - $1,109 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$580 - $708 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $622 - $760.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$622 - $760 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$622 - $760 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,583 - $1,935. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,583 - $1,935 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$414 - $506 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,452 - $2,996, which is about 4.1% 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 $1,477 - $1,805, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,929 - $4,802 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,452 - $2,996 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,477 - $1,805 |
2.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,209 - $1,477.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,209 - $1,477 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,209 - $1,477 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $3,845 - $4,699 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $3,845 - $4,699 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,845 - $4,699 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,845 - $4,699 |
6.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Boston MA is estimated to be $5,324 - $6,507. This service accounts for 8.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,324 - $6,507 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,324 - $6,507 |
8.9% |