For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $45,932 - $56,140. 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 $292. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,932 - $56,140.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,932 - $56,140 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Charlestown MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $405 - $495. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $451 - $551.
In Charlestown MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,478 - $3,028. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,498 - $4,276 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$405 - $495 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$451 - $551 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,478 - $3,028 |
5.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston MA is $673 - $823. 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 |
$673 - $823 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$673 - $823 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $306 - $374. 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 |
$306 - $374 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,541 - $5,551, which is 9.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $3,966 - $4,848 which is 8.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,541 - $5,551 |
9.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$575 - $703 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,966 - $4,848 |
8.6% |
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 $18,585 - $22,715, which is about 40.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,585 - $22,715 |
40.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,958 - $3,616 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,743 - $7,019 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,657 - $9,359 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,227 - $2,721 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,466 - $4,236. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,466 - $4,236 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$646 - $790 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$281 - $343 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$774 - $946 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$751 - $917 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$533 - $651 |
1.2% |
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 $1,169 - $1,429.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,169 - $1,429 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$221 - $271 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$534 - $652 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$294 - $360 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,175 - $1,437. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,175 - $1,437 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$211 - $257 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$281 - $343 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston MA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $949 - $1,159.
| Other Events Cost |
$949 - $1,159 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$949 - $1,159 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$515 - $629 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $5,158 - $6,304 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $2,781 - $3,399 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $2,377 - $2,905. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,158 - $6,304 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,781 - $3,399 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,377 - $2,905 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Boston MA is estimated to be $3,833 - $4,685. This service accounts for 8.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,833 - $4,685 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,833 - $4,685 |
8.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,771 - $2,165.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,771 - $2,165 |
3.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$532 - $650 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,239 - $1,515 |
2.7% |