For a wedding with 250 guests in the Boston, the estimated total cost is around $65,627 - $80,211. 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 $292. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $65,627 - $80,211.
The average wedding cost in Boston is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $65,627 - $80,211 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $274 - $334. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $292 - $356.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,643 - $2,009. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,331 - $2,849 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$292 - $356 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,643 - $2,009 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Boston is $1,159 - $1,417. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,159 - $1,417 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,159 - $1,417 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston is $322 - $394. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$322 - $394 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,068 - $2,528, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston area is $1,445 - $1,766.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,068 - $2,528 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,445 - $1,766 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$624 - $762 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Boston, you should budget approximately $31,824 - $38,896, which is about 48.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,824 - $38,896 |
48.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,926 - $7,242 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,526 - $14,088 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,170 - $12,430 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,202 - $5,136 |
6.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,277 - $6,449. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,277 - $6,449 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$768 - $938 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$342 - $418 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,464 - $1,790 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$906 - $1,108 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,767 - $2,159.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,767 - $2,159 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$962 - $1,176 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$549 - $671 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,224 - $2,718. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,224 - $2,718 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$310 - $378 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$148 - $180 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$509 - $623 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$303 - $371 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$275 - $336 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $939 - $1,147, which is about 1.4% 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 $559 - $683, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,882 - $7,189 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,131 - $5,049 |
6.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$939 - $1,147 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$559 - $683 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston area is $304 - $372. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$304 - $372 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$304 - $372 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,106 - $1,352.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$491 - $600 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston spend between $6,065 - $7,413 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston with 250 guests spend between $3,272 - $3,999 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston is $2,396 - $2,928. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,065 - $7,413 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$398 - $486 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,272 - $3,999 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,396 - $2,928 |
3.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Boston is estimated to be $4,808 - $5,876. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,808 - $5,876 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,808 - $5,876 |
7.3% |