For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $50,699 - $61,965. 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 $451. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,699 - $61,965.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,699 - $61,965 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Jamaica Plain MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $452 - $552. 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 $487 - $595.
In Jamaica Plain MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,664 - $3,256. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,812 - $4,660 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$452 - $552 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$487 - $595 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,664 - $3,256 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $532 - $650. 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 |
$532 - $650 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$532 - $650 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $336 - $410. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$336 - $410 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,515 - $3,073, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,742 - $2,130.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,515 - $3,073 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,742 - $2,130 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$772 - $944 |
1.5% |
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 $22,703 - $27,748, which is about 44.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,703 - $27,748 |
44.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,840 - $3,471 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,473 - $6,689 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,369 - $15,117 |
24.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,021 - $2,471 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,569 - $4,363. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,569 - $4,363 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$734 - $898 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$365 - $446 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,044 - $1,276 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$667 - $815 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$427 - $521 |
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 $1,048 - $1,280.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,048 - $1,280 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$460 - $562 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $900 - $1,100. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$900 - $1,100 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$230 - $282 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,472 - $1,799, which is about 2.9% 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 $893 - $1,091, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,757 - $10,703 |
17.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,393 - $7,813 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,472 - $1,799 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$893 - $1,091 |
1.8% |
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 $1,283 - $1,568.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,283 - $1,568 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,283 - $1,568 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,427 - $5,411 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $3,962 - $4,842 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,427 - $5,411 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$465 - $569 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,962 - $4,842 |
7.8% |