For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $62,373 - $76,233. 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 $554. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,373 - $76,233.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,373 - $76,233 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Skillman NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $917 - $1,121. 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 $987 - $1,207.
In Skillman NJ, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,400 - $6,600. This represents about 8.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,727 - $9,445 |
12.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$917 - $1,121 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$423 - $517 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$987 - $1,207 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,400 - $6,600 |
8.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $513 - $627. 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 |
$513 - $627 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$513 - $627 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $346 - $422. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$346 - $422 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,863 - $8,389, which is 11.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,642 - $2,006.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $4,495 - $5,493 which is 7.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,863 - $8,389 |
11.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,642 - $2,006 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$727 - $889 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,495 - $5,493 |
7.2% |
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 $17,729 - $21,669, which is about 28.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,729 - $21,669 |
28.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,710 - $3,312 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,224 - $6,384 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,867 - $9,615 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,929 - $2,357 |
3.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,021 - $4,915. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,021 - $4,915 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$756 - $924 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$463 - $565 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,217 - $1,487 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$758 - $926 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$485 - $593 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,172 - $1,432.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,172 - $1,432 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$241 - $295 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$439 - $537 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,121 - $1,371. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,121 - $1,371 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,782 - $3,400, 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 $1,688 - $2,063, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$16,548 - $20,226 |
26.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$12,079 - $14,763 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,782 - $3,400 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,688 - $2,063 |
2.7% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,209 - $1,477.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,209 - $1,477 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,209 - $1,477 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,305 - $5,261 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $3,732 - $4,562 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,305 - $5,261 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$572 - $700 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,732 - $4,562 |
6.0% |