For a wedding with 125 guests in the Medford MA, the estimated total cost is around $40,806 - $49,874. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Medford MA is approximately $363. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,806 - $49,874.
The average wedding cost in Medford MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,806 - $49,874 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Arlington MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $379 - $463. 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 $402 - $492.
In Arlington MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,272 - $2,776. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,222 - $3,938 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$379 - $463 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$402 - $492 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,272 - $2,776 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Medford MA is $478 - $584. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Medford MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$478 - $584 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$478 - $584 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Medford MA is $128 - $156. 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 |
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,189 - $2,675, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Medford MA area is $1,529 - $1,869.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,189 - $2,675 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,529 - $1,869 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$660 - $806 |
1.6% |
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 Medford MA, you should budget approximately $18,114 - $22,140, which is about 44.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,114 - $22,140 |
44.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,682 - $3,278 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,216 - $6,376 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,314 - $10,162 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,902 - $2,324 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,007 - $3,675. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,007 - $3,675 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$842 - $1,030 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$603 - $737 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $457 |
0.9% |
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 $773 - $945.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$773 - $945 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$436 - $532 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$208 - $254 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $410 - $501. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$410 - $501 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,366 - $1,670, which is about 3.3% 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 $814 - $994, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,180 - $2,664 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,366 - $1,670 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$814 - $994 |
2.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Medford MA area is $304 - $372. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$304 - $372 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$304 - $372 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,171 - $1,431.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,171 - $1,431 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,171 - $1,431 |
2.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$491 - $600 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Medford MA spend between $7,618 - $9,310 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Medford MA with 125 guests spend between $4,397 - $5,375 on wedding photography, which is about 10.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Medford MA is $3,220 - $3,936. This makes up a portion of your (7.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,618 - $9,310 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,397 - $5,375 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,220 - $3,936 |
7.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $723 - $883.
| Transportation Cost |
$723 - $883 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$723 - $883 |
1.8% |