For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston, the estimated total cost is around $49,220 - $60,158. 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 is approximately $438. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,220 - $60,158.
The average wedding cost in Boston is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,220 - $60,158 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Somerville MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $545 - $667. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $563 - $689.
In Somerville MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,096 - $3,784. This represents about 6.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,459 - $5,449 |
9.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$545 - $667 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$563 - $689 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,096 - $3,784 |
6.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston is $557 - $681. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Boston area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$557 - $681 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$557 - $681 |
1.1% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston is $367 - $449. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$367 - $449 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,679 - $2,052, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston area is $1,679 - $2,052.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,679 - $2,052 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,679 - $2,052 |
3.4% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Boston, you should budget approximately $16,340 - $19,971, which is about 33.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$16,340 - $19,971 |
33.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,921 - $3,571 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,588 - $6,830 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$5,810 - $7,101 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,021 - $2,470 |
4.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,538 - $5,546. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,538 - $5,546 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$812 - $992 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$373 - $455 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,211 - $1,481 |
2.5% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$940 - $1,148 |
1.9% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,202 - $1,470 |
2.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,167 - $1,427.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,167 - $1,427 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$480 - $586 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$276 - $338 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,319 - $1,612. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,319 - $1,612 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,583 - $1,935, which is about 3.2% 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 $998 - $1,220, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,943 - $9,709 |
16.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,362 - $6,554 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,583 - $1,935 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$998 - $1,220 |
2.0% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,243 - $1,519.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,890 - $2,310 |
3.8% |
|
Lodging
|
$647 - $791 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,243 - $1,519 |
2.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston spend between $8,962 - $10,954 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston with 125 guests spend between $3,883 - $4,745 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston is $2,966 - $3,625. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,962 - $10,954 |
18.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$364 - $444 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$608 - $744 |
1.2% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$407 - $497 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$735 - $899 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,883 - $4,745 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,966 - $3,625 |
6.0% |