For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston, MA, the estimated total cost is around $41,536 - $50,766. 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 $369. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,536 - $50,766.
The average wedding cost in Boston, MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,536 - $50,766 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Lowell MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $314 - $384. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
In Lowell MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,855 - $2,267. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,654 - $3,244 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,855 - $2,267 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston, MA is $519 - $635. 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 |
$519 - $635 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$519 - $635 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston, MA is $279 - $341. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$279 - $341 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,462 - $3,010, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston, MA area is $1,706 - $2,086.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,462 - $3,010 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,706 - $2,086 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$756 - $924 |
1.8% |
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 $21,812 - $26,660, which is about 52.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,812 - $26,660 |
52.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,794 - $3,414 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,384 - $6,580 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,647 - $14,235 |
28.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,988 - $2,430 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,538 - $4,324. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,538 - $4,324 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$751 - $917 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,015 - $1,241 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$652 - $796 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$417 - $509 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $878 - $1,073.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$878 - $1,073 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$453 - $553 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$246 - $300 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $913 - $1,115. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$913 - $1,115 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$229 - $279 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,064 - $1,300, which is about 2.6% 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 $645 - $789, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,709 - $2,089 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,064 - $1,300 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$645 - $789 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,256 - $1,536.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,256 - $1,536 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,256 - $1,536 |
3.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Boston, MA spend between $4,304 - $5,260 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston, MA with 125 guests spend between $3,880 - $4,742 on wedding photography, which is about 9.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,304 - $5,260 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$424 - $518 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,880 - $4,742 |
9.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $708 - $866.
| Transportation Cost |
$708 - $866 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$708 - $866 |
1.7% |