For a wedding with 400 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $90,527 - $110,645. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $251. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $90,527 - $110,645.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $90,527 - $110,645 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $299 - $365. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $323 - $395.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,764 - $2,156. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,525 - $3,086 |
2.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$299 - $365 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$323 - $395 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,764 - $2,156 |
1.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Boston MA is $2,010 - $2,456. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,010 - $2,456 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,010 - $2,456 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $232 - $284. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$232 - $284 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,364 - $2,890, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,008 - $1,232.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,364 - $2,890 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
1.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$447 - $547 |
0.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$909 - $1,111 |
1.0% |
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 $50,043 - $61,163, which is about 55.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$50,043 - $61,163 |
55.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,273 - $13,778 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,730 - $26,558 |
24.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,017 - $11,021 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,024 - $9,807 |
8.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,577 - $9,261. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,577 - $9,261 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$471 - $575 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,913 - $2,338 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$600 - $734 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,671 - $3,265 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,708 - $2,088 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,418 - $4,178.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,418 - $4,178 |
3.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,827 - $2,233 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,291 - $1,577 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $6,441 - $7,873. This is approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$6,441 - $7,873 |
7.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$812 - $992 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$716 - $876 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$380 - $464 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,206 - $1,474 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$708 - $866 |
0.8% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$788 - $963 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$716 - $876 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$545 - $667 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$570 - $696 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $987 - $1,207, which is about 1.1% 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 $599 - $732, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,593 - $8,059 |
7.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$221 - $271 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$221 - $270 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,284 - $5,236 |
4.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$282 - $344 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$987 - $1,207 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$599 - $732 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston MA area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $742 - $906.
| Other Events Cost |
$742 - $906 |
0.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$742 - $906 |
0.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $5,914 - $7,228 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 400 guests spend between $2,291 - $2,800 on wedding photography, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $1,741 - $2,127. This makes up a portion of your (1.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,914 - $7,228 |
6.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$270 - $330 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$410 - $501 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$393 - $481 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$294 - $360 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,291 - $2,800 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,741 - $2,127 |
1.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $1,563 - $1,911. This service accounts for 1.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,563 - $1,911 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,563 - $1,911 |
1.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $486 - $594.
| Transportation Cost |
$486 - $594 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$486 - $594 |
0.5% |