For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $50,413 - $61,615. 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 $448. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,413 - $61,615.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,413 - $61,615 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In South Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $515 - $629. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $555 - $679.
In South Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,038 - $3,713. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,347 - $5,313 |
8.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$515 - $629 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$555 - $679 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,038 - $3,713 |
6.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $485 - $593. 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 |
$485 - $593 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$485 - $593 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $354 - $432. 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 |
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$154 - $188 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,210 - $2,701, 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 $1,531 - $1,871.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,210 - $2,701 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,531 - $1,871 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$679 - $829 |
1.3% |
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 $16,133 - $19,718, which is about 32.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,133 - $19,718 |
32.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,569 - $3,139 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,951 - $6,051 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,785 - $8,293 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,828 - $2,234 |
3.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,365 - $4,113. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,365 - $4,113 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$758 - $926 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$933 - $1,141 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$608 - $744 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$389 - $475 |
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 $1,011 - $1,235.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$212 - $260 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$416 - $508 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$225 - $275 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $824 - $1,008. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$824 - $1,008 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,602 - $1,958, which is about 3.2% 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 $972 - $1,188, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,530 - $11,648 |
18.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,956 - $8,502 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,602 - $1,958 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$972 - $1,188 |
1.9% |
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 $1,128 - $1,378.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,128 - $1,378 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,128 - $1,378 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $10,209 - $12,477 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,537 - $5,545 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,449 - $4,215. This makes up a portion of your (6.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$10,209 - $12,477 |
20.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$505 - $617 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,199 - $1,465 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,537 - $5,545 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,449 - $4,215 |
6.8% |