For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $39,371 - $48,121. 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 $1,151. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,371 - $48,121.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,371 - $48,121 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bridgewater NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $592 - $724. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $636 - $778.
In Bridgewater NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,527 - $4,311. This represents about 9.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,024 - $6,140 |
12.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$592 - $724 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$636 - $778 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,527 - $4,311 |
9.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $143 - $175. 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 |
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $323 - $395. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$323 - $395 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,773 - $5,833, which is 12.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $4,773 - $5,833 which is 12.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,773 - $5,833 |
12.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,773 - $5,833 |
12.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $6,379 - $7,797, which is about 16.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,379 - $7,797 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,382 - $1,690 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,495 - $5,493 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$502 - $614 |
1.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,622 - $3,204. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,622 - $3,204 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$785 - $959 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$350 - $428 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,096 - $1,340 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$181 - $221 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $216 - $264. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$17 - $21 |
0.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,772 - $2,166, which is about 4.5% 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 $1,067 - $1,305, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,280 - $16,231 |
33.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$10,440 - $12,760 |
26.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,772 - $2,166 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston MA area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,231 - $1,505.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,231 - $1,505 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
3.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,401 - $5,379 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $3,919 - $4,789 on wedding photography, which is about 10.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,401 - $5,379 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$482 - $590 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,919 - $4,789 |
10.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $161 - $197.
| Transportation Cost |
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$161 - $197 |
0.4% |