For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $74,666 - $91,258. 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 $664. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $74,666 - $91,258.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $74,666 - $91,258 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Medfield MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $937 - $1,145. 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 $1,011 - $1,235.
In Medfield MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $5,526 - $6,754. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,907 - $9,665 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$937 - $1,145 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$434 - $530 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$1,011 - $1,235 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$5,526 - $6,754 |
7.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $590 - $722. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$590 - $722 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$590 - $722 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $364 - $444. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$364 - $444 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$159 - $195 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,939 - $3,593, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $2,037 - $2,489.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,939 - $3,593 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$2,037 - $2,489 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$903 - $1,103 |
1.2% |
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 $25,367 - $31,005, which is about 34.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,367 - $31,005 |
34.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,217 - $3,931 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,200 - $7,578 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,661 - $16,697 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,290 - $2,798 |
3.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,992 - $4,879. This accounts for roughly 5.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,992 - $4,879 |
5.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$790 - $966 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$359 - $439 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$443 - $541 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,184 - $1,448 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$741 - $905 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$474 - $580 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,230 - $1,504.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,230 - $1,504 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$175 - $213 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$236 - $288 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$521 - $637 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$299 - $365 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,063 - $1,299. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,063 - $1,299 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $3,051 - $3,729, 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 $1,852 - $2,264, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$18,153 - $22,187 |
24.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$13,250 - $16,194 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$3,051 - $3,729 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,852 - $2,264 |
2.5% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,499 - $1,833.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,499 - $1,833 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,499 - $1,833 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $9,392 - $11,480 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,631 - $5,660 on wedding photography, which is about 6.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,520 - $4,302. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,392 - $11,480 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$561 - $685 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,631 - $5,660 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,520 - $4,302 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,350 - $1,650.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,350 - $1,650 |
1.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$642 - $784 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$708 - $866 |
0.9% |