For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $34,689 - $42,397. 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 $308. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,689 - $42,397.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,689 - $42,397 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Marblehead MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $457 - $559. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $486 - $594.
In Marblehead MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,742 - $3,352. This represents about 7.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,686 - $4,505 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$457 - $559 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$486 - $594 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,742 - $3,352 |
7.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $494 - $604. 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 |
$494 - $604 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$494 - $604 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $308 - $376. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$308 - $376 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,657 - $4,469, which is 10.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $3,657 - $4,469 which is 10.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,657 - $4,469 |
10.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,657 - $4,469 |
10.5% |
Event Venue
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 MA, you should budget approximately $15,856 - $19,380, which is about 45.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,856 - $19,380 |
45.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,484 - $3,036 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,831 - $5,905 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,780 - $8,286 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,761 - $2,153 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,261 - $3,985. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,261 - $3,985 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$717 - $877 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$320 - $391 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$878 - $1,074 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$624 - $762 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$386 - $472 |
1.1% |
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 $403 - $493.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$403 - $493 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $845 - $1,033. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$845 - $1,033 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$198 - $242 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,410 - $1,724, which is about 4.1% 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 $839 - $1,025, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,249 - $2,749 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,410 - $1,724 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$839 - $1,025 |
2.4% |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$304 - $372 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $3,626 - $4,432 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $3,134 - $3,830 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,626 - $4,432 |
10.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$492 - $602 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,134 - $3,830 |
9.0% |