For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $56,500 - $69,056. 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 $502. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,500 - $69,056.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,500 - $69,056 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 $692 - $846. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $745 - $911.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,080 - $4,986. This represents about 7.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,837 - $7,135 |
10.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$692 - $846 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$320 - $392 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$745 - $911 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,080 - $4,986 |
7.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $558 - $682. 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 |
$558 - $682 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$558 - $682 |
1.0% |
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 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$350 - $428 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,603 - $3,181, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,804 - $2,204.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,603 - $3,181 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,804 - $2,204 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$799 - $977 |
1.4% |
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 $19,552 - $23,896, which is about 34.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,552 - $23,896 |
34.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,919 - $3,567 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,625 - $6,875 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,931 - $10,915 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,077 - $2,539 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,950 - $4,828. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,950 - $4,828 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$794 - $970 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$361 - $441 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$541 - $661 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$700 - $856 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$447 - $547 |
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 $1,219 - $1,489.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,219 - $1,489 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$219 - $267 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$473 - $578 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$365 - $447 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,317 - $1,609. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,317 - $1,609 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$341 - $417 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,145 - $2,621, which is about 3.8% 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 $1,301 - $1,591, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,758 - $15,593 |
22.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,311 - $11,381 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,145 - $2,621 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,301 - $1,591 |
2.3% |
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 $1,328 - $1,624.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,328 - $1,624 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,328 - $1,624 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $6,211 - $7,591 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,101 - $5,013 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,211 - $7,591 |
11.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$520 - $636 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$389 - $475 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,101 - $5,013 |
7.3% |