For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $16,441 - $20,095. 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 $481. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,441 - $20,095.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,441 - $20,095 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Framingham MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $275 - $336. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In Framingham MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,646 - $2,012. This represents about 10.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,044 - $2,498 |
12.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$275 - $336 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,646 - $2,012 |
10.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $133 - $163. 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 |
$133 - $163 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$133 - $163 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $239 - $292. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$239 - $292 |
1.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.8% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.7% |
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 $5,794 - $7,082, which is about 35.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,794 - $7,082 |
35.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$658 - $804 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,280 - $1,564 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,390 - $4,144 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$466 - $570 |
2.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,239 - $2,737. This accounts for roughly 13.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,239 - $2,737 |
13.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$697 - $851 |
4.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$311 - $380 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$857 - $1,047 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$168 - $206 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$104 - $128 |
0.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $368 - $450.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$368 - $450 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$107 - $131 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $226 - $276. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$226 - $276 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$60 - $74 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$36 - $44 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $948 - $1,158, which is about 5.8% 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 $564 - $690, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,512 - $1,848 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$948 - $1,158 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$564 - $690 |
3.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston MA area is $304 - $372. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$304 - $372 |
1.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$304 - $372 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$491 - $600 |
3.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $3,092 - $3,779 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $3,092 - $3,779 on wedding photography, which is about 18.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,092 - $3,779 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,092 - $3,779 |
18.8% |