For a wedding with 175 guests in the Medford MA, the estimated total cost is around $40,387 - $49,361. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Medford MA is approximately $256. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,387 - $49,361.
The average wedding cost in Medford MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,387 - $49,361 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Medford MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $304 - $372. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
In Medford MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,861 - $2,275. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,629 - $3,213 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$304 - $372 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,861 - $2,275 |
4.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Medford MA is $624 - $762. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Medford MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$624 - $762 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$624 - $762 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Medford MA is $291 - $355. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$291 - $355 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,668 - $2,038, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Medford MA area is $1,122 - $1,372.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,668 - $2,038 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,122 - $1,372 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $667 |
1.4% |
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 Medford MA, you should budget approximately $18,176 - $22,216, which is about 45.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,176 - $22,216 |
45.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,848 - $3,480 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,529 - $6,757 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,657 - $9,359 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,143 - $2,619 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,380 - $4,132. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,380 - $4,132 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$574 - $702 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$700 - $856 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$819 - $1,001 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$582 - $712 |
1.4% |
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 $1,110 - $1,356.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$513 - $627 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$278 - $340 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,121 - $1,371. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,121 - $1,371 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$199 - $243 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $973 - $1,189, 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 $585 - $715, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,844 - $7,142 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,286 - $5,238 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$973 - $1,189 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$585 - $715 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Medford MA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $899 - $1,099.
| Other Events Cost |
$899 - $1,099 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$899 - $1,099 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$515 - $629 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Medford MA spend between $3,838 - $4,690 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Medford MA with 175 guests spend between $3,467 - $4,237 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,838 - $4,690 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$371 - $453 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,467 - $4,237 |
8.6% |