For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $66,783 - $81,623. 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 $424. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $66,783 - $81,623.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $66,783 - $81,623 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $494 - $604. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $532 - $650.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,910 - $3,556. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,164 - $5,090 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$494 - $604 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$532 - $650 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston MA is $851 - $1,040. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$851 - $1,040 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $350 - $428. 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 |
$350 - $428 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,968 - $7,294, which is 8.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $5,136 - $6,278 which is 7.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,968 - $7,294 |
8.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,136 - $6,278 |
7.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $30,446 - $37,212, which is about 45.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,446 - $37,212 |
45.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,279 - $6,452 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,175 - $12,436 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,829 - $14,457 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,164 - $3,868 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,902 - $5,992. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,902 - $5,992 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$817 - $999 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$371 - $453 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$800 - $978 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,165 - $1,423 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$682 - $834 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,406 - $1,718.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,406 - $1,718 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$720 - $880 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$541 - $661 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,300 - $2,811. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,300 - $2,811 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$338 - $414 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$504 - $616 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$202 - $246 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$330 - $404 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$300 - $366 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,555 - $1,901, which is about 2.3% 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 $944 - $1,154, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,499 - $3,055 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,555 - $1,901 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$944 - $1,154 |
1.4% |
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% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $9,527 - $11,645 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $4,265 - $5,213 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,242 - $3,962. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,527 - $11,645 |
14.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$464 - $567 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,265 - $5,213 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,242 - $3,962 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,910 - $3,556. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,910 - $3,556 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
4.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $642 - $784.
| Transportation Cost |
$642 - $784 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$642 - $784 |
1.0% |