For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $37,400 - $45,711. 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 $237. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,400 - $45,711.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,400 - $45,711 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 $295 - $361. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $280 - $342.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,614 - $1,972. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,327 - $2,844 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$280 - $342 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,614 - $1,972 |
4.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cambridge MA is $135 - $165. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$48 - $58 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,353 - $2,875, which is 6.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $2,353 - $2,875 which is 6.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,353 - $2,875 |
6.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,353 - $2,875 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,474 - $3,024. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,474 - $3,024 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$451 - $551 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$609 - $745 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$783 - $957 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$428 - $523 |
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 $547 - $669.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$547 - $669 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$547 - $669 |
1.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $775 - $947. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$775 - $947 |
2.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$295 - $361 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
On average, couples in Cambridge MA spend between $2,231 - $2,727 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $2,231 - $2,727 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,231 - $2,727 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,231 - $2,727 |
6.0% |
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$1,066 - $1,302 |
2.8% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$25,493 - $31,158 |
68.2% |