For a wedding with 250 guests in the Andover MA, the estimated total cost is around $56,395 - $68,927. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Andover MA is approximately $251. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,395 - $68,927.
The average wedding cost in Andover MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,395 - $68,927 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Lawrence MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $230 - $282. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $245 - $299.
In Lawrence MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,382 - $1,690. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,961 - $2,397 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$230 - $282 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,382 - $1,690 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Andover MA is $1,099 - $1,343. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Andover MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,099 - $1,343 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Andover MA is $318 - $388. 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 |
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,039 - $2,493, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Andover MA area is $1,425 - $1,741.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,039 - $2,493 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,425 - $1,741 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$615 - $751 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Andover MA, you should budget approximately $31,622 - $38,649, which is about 56.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,622 - $38,649 |
56.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,871 - $7,175 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,418 - $13,956 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,170 - $12,430 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,163 - $5,088 |
7.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,019 - $6,135. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,019 - $6,135 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$704 - $860 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$865 - $1,057 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,388 - $1,696 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$859 - $1,049 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,767 - $2,159.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,767 - $2,159 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$953 - $1,165 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$568 - $694 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,995 - $2,439. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,995 - $2,439 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$526 - $642 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$275 - $337 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$283 - $345 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $848 - $1,036, which is about 1.5% 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 $504 - $616, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,081 - $6,211 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,730 - $4,558 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$848 - $1,036 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$504 - $616 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Andover MA area is $304 - $372. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$304 - $372 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$304 - $372 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,091 - $1,333.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,091 - $1,333 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$491 - $600 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Andover MA spend between $3,608 - $4,410 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Andover MA with 250 guests spend between $3,226 - $3,942 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,608 - $4,410 |
6.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $468 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,226 - $3,942 |
5.7% |