For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $29,334 - $35,852. 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 $858. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,334 - $35,852.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,334 - $35,852 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Somerville MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $369 - $451. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $398 - $486.
In Somerville MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,173 - $2,655. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,110 - $3,802 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$369 - $451 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$398 - $486 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,173 - $2,655 |
7.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $131 - $161. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $320 - $391. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$320 - $391 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,087 - $2,551, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,446 - $1,768.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,087 - $2,551 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,446 - $1,768 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$641 - $783 |
2.2% |
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 $6,017 - $7,354, which is about 20.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,017 - $7,354 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$656 - $802 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,630 - $4,436 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$467 - $571 |
1.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,120 - $2,592. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,120 - $2,592 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$714 - $872 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$324 - $396 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$918 - $1,122 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$165 - $201 |
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 $106 - $130.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,149 - $1,405, which is about 3.9% 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 $698 - $853, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,838 - $8,358 |
23.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,991 - $6,101 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,149 - $1,405 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$698 - $853 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $8,101 - $9,901 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $4,344 - $5,310 on wedding photography, which is about 14.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,302 - $4,036. This makes up a portion of your (11.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,101 - $9,901 |
27.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$455 - $556 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,344 - $5,310 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,302 - $4,036 |
11.3% |