Planning a wedding in Boston MA? This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of more than 300 people and an average wedding cost of $103,158 - $126,082. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
How many guests:
This estimate is based on having 400 guests with a range of more than 300 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $258 - $315 to the total amount spent.
Type of wedding:
Elegant, Experience, Fun
Wedding color theme:
Other
Highest priorities:
Entertainment (DJ, Live Band, Musician/s, etc.)
Event Food Service, Catering, Bar Service
Event Location/Venue
Wedding Cost Category Summary
Category
Estimated Cost
Percent of Estimate
Attire & Accessories
$3,518 - $4,300
3.4%
Beauty & Spa
$356 - $436
0.3%
Entertainment
$6,638 - $8,113
6.4%
Event Venue
$62,249 - $76,082
60.3%
Flowers & Decorations
$7,990 - $9,766
7.7%
Gifts & Favors
$2,903 - $3,548
2.8%
Invitations
$1,909 - $2,333
1.9%
Jewelry
$7,911 - $9,669
7.7%
Officiant
$315 - $385
0.3%
Other Events
$1,132 - $1,384
1.1%
Other Items
$504 - $616
0.5%
Photography & Video
$5,351 - $6,540
5.2%
Planner/Coordinator
$2,383 - $2,913
2.3%
Total Cost
$103,158 - $126,082
100%
What is the average cost of a wedding for 400 guests in Boston MA?
For a wedding with 400 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $103,158 - $126,082. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
How much does a wedding cost per person in Boston MA?
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Boston MA is approximately $287. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $103,158 - $126,082.
How does the cost of a wedding in Boston MA compare to the national average?
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $103,158 - $126,082 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Attire & Accessories
Dress Accessories
$414 - $506
0.4%
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
$188 - $230
0.2%
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
$446 - $546
0.4%
Wedding Dress
$2,470 - $3,018
2.4%
Attire & Accessories Total Cost
$3,518 - $4,300
3.4%
How much should I budget for wedding dress accessories in Somerville MA?
In Somerville MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $414 - $506. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
What is the average cost of tuxedo or suit rentals for a wedding?
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $446 - $546.
How much should I budget for a wedding dress in Somerville MA?
In Somerville MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,470 - $3,018. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
Entertainment
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Entertainment
DJ/MC
$1,561 - $1,907
1.5%
Entertainment lighting
$690 - $844
0.7%
Live Band
$4,387 - $5,361
4.3%
Entertainment Total Cost
$6,638 - $8,113
6.4%
How much should your wedding entertainment budget be in Somerville MA?
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,638 - $8,113, which is 6.4% of your total.
What's the average price for a wedding DJ in Boston MA?
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,561 - $1,907.
How much does it cost to hire a live band for a wedding reception?
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $4,387 - $5,361 which is 4.3% of your total.
Event Venue
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Event Venue
Wedding Venue Bar Service
$12,068 - $14,750
11.7%
Wedding Venue Food Service
$23,433 - $28,641
22.7%
Wedding Venue Location
$18,239 - $22,292
17.7%
Wedding Venue Rentals
$8,509 - $10,399
8.2%
Event Venue Total Cost
$62,249 - $76,082
60.3%
How much does it cost to rent a wedding venue in Boston MA?
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $62,249 - $76,082, which is about 60.3% of your total budget.
Flowers & Decorations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Flowers & Decorations
Bouquets
$796 - $972
0.8%
Boutonnieres, Corsages
$356 - $435
0.3%
Wedding Venue Decorations
$975 - $1,191
0.9%
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
$2,696 - $3,295
2.6%
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
$1,722 - $2,104
1.7%
Flowers & Decorations Total Cost
$7,990 - $9,766
7.7%
What is the average cost of wedding flowers for a ceremony and reception?
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,990 - $9,766. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
Invitations
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Invitations
Ceremony Programs
$583 - $713
0.6%
Save the Date Cards
$521 - $637
0.5%
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
$393 - $481
0.4%
Thank You Cards
$411 - $503
0.4%
Invitations Total Cost
$1,909 - $2,333
1.9%
How much do wedding invitations and stationery cost for 400 guests?
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,909 - $2,333. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
Jewelry
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Jewelry
Engagement Ring
$5,789 - $7,075
5.6%
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
$1,325 - $1,619
1.3%
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
$797 - $975
0.8%
Jewelry Total Cost
$7,911 - $9,669
7.7%
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,325 - $1,619, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2)?
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $797 - $975, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
Other Items
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Other Items
Other Items Total Cost
$504 - $616
0.5%
Photography & Video
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Photography & Video
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
$360 - $440
0.3%
Engagement Session
$467 - $571
0.5%
Photo Booth
$527 - $644
0.5%
Prints and/or Enlargements
$395 - $483
0.4%
Wedding Photographer
$3,602 - $4,402
3.5%
Photography & Video Total Cost
$5,351 - $6,540
5.2%
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer and video services in Somerville MA?
On average, couples in Somerville MA spend between $5,351 - $6,540 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.2% of your overall budget.
What is the average cost for a wedding photographer in Boston MA?
On average, couples in Boston MA with 400 guests spend between $3,602 - $4,402 on wedding photography, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost.
Planner/Coordinator
What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Planner/Coordinator
Wedding Coordinator
$2,383 - $2,913
2.3%
Planner/Coordinator Total Cost
$2,383 - $2,913
2.3%
How much does a Wedding Coordinator cost in Boston MA?
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,383 - $2,913. This service accounts for 2.3% of your total budget.
The average cost of a wedding in Boston MA is based on real spending reported by couples, not vendor price lists. It includes both new and used items, and services provided by professionals, independent providers, or even friends and family. Every wedding is unique, and what couples spend can vary widely depending on their preferences and circumstances.
