For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston, MA, the estimated total cost is around $16,105 - $19,683. 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 $471. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,105 - $19,683.
The average wedding cost in Boston, MA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,105 - $19,683 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Brookline MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $319 - $389. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $356 - $435.
In Brookline MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,951 - $2,385. This represents about 12.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,625 - $3,209 |
16.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$319 - $389 |
2.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$356 - $435 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,951 - $2,385 |
12.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Brookline MA is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.8% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,691 - $2,067, which is 10.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston, MA area is $1,139 - $1,392.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,691 - $2,067 |
10.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,139 - $1,392 |
7.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$553 - $675 |
3.4% |
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 $4,961 - $6,063, which is about 30.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,961 - $6,063 |
30.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$514 - $628 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$997 - $1,219 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,063 - $3,743 |
19.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$387 - $473 |
2.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,142 - $1,396. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,142 - $1,396 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$581 - $711 |
3.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$252 - $308 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$86 - $105 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$131 - $160 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$93 - $113 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $93 - $113.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$93 - $113 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$93 - $113 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $140 - $172. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$140 - $172 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$38 - $46 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston, MA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
1.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
1.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $913 - $1,115.
| Other Events Cost |
$913 - $1,115 |
5.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$913 - $1,115 |
5.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$515 - $629 |
3.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$515 - $629 |
3.2% |
On average, couples in Boston, MA spend between $3,505 - $4,283 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston, MA with 38 guests spend between $3,505 - $4,283 on wedding photography, which is about 21.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,505 - $4,283 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,505 - $4,283 |
21.8% |