For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $56,543 - $69,108. 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 $503. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,543 - $69,108.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,543 - $69,108 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Milton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $734 - $898. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $793 - $969.
In Milton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,331 - $5,293. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,197 - $7,575 |
11.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$734 - $898 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$339 - $415 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$793 - $969 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,331 - $5,293 |
7.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $548 - $670. 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 |
$548 - $670 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$548 - $670 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $348 - $426. 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 |
$348 - $426 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,624 - $3,208, 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 $1,818 - $2,222.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,624 - $3,208 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,818 - $2,222 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$806 - $986 |
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 $19,790 - $24,188, which is about 35.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,790 - $24,188 |
35.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,937 - $3,589 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,661 - $6,919 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,102 - $11,124 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,091 - $2,555 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,712 - $4,536. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,712 - $4,536 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$761 - $930 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$346 - $422 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$396 - $484 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$688 - $840 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$439 - $537 |
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 $1,136 - $1,388.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,136 - $1,388 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$225 - $275 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$476 - $582 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$268 - $328 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $962 - $1,176. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$962 - $1,176 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$250 - $306 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,341 - $2,861, which is about 4.1% 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 $1,889 - $2,309, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$14,398 - $17,598 |
25.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$10,168 - $12,428 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,341 - $2,861 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,889 - $2,309 |
3.3% |
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 $1,339 - $1,637.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,339 - $1,637 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,339 - $1,637 |
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 $4,669 - $5,707 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,135 - $5,053 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,669 - $5,707 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$535 - $653 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,135 - $5,053 |
7.3% |