For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $55,366 - $67,670. 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 $352. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,366 - $67,670.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,366 - $67,670 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $477 - $583. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $515 - $629.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,813 - $3,439. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,026 - $4,920 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$477 - $583 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$515 - $629 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,813 - $3,439 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston MA is $761 - $930. 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 |
$761 - $930 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$761 - $930 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $340 - $416. 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 |
$340 - $416 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,450 - $2,994, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,697 - $2,075.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,450 - $2,994 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,697 - $2,075 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$752 - $920 |
1.4% |
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 $29,858 - $36,494, which is about 53.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,858 - $36,494 |
53.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,126 - $5,042 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,952 - $9,720 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,844 - $18,142 |
26.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,937 - $3,589 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,308 - $4,044. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,308 - $4,044 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$733 - $895 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$954 - $1,166 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$610 - $746 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,373 - $1,679.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,373 - $1,679 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$669 - $817 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$355 - $433 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,080 - $1,320. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,080 - $1,320 |
2.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$330 - $404 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,554 - $1,900, which is about 2.8% 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 $943 - $1,153, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,498 - $3,053 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,554 - $1,900 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,250 - $1,528.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,250 - $1,528 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,250 - $1,528 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $3,860 - $4,718 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $3,860 - $4,718 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,860 - $4,718 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,860 - $4,718 |
7.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,634 - $3,220. This service accounts for 4.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,634 - $3,220 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,634 - $3,220 |
4.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,110 - $1,356.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.0% |