Planning a wedding ? You're in the right place. This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of people and an average budget of $53,591 - $65,501. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
For a wedding with 131 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $53,591 - $65,501. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $240. With a guest count of 131, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,591 - $65,501.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,591 - $65,501 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Arlington MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $354 - $432. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $423 - $517.
In Arlington MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,438 - $2,980. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,380 - $4,132 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$354 - $432 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$423 - $517 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,438 - $2,980 |
4.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Arlington MA is $293 - $359. 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 |
$293 - $359 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,762 - $2,154, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Arlington MA area is $1,295 - $1,583.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,762 - $2,154 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,295 - $1,583 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$467 - $571 |
0.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,983 - $3,645. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,983 - $3,645 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$555 - $679 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$734 - $898 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$933 - $1,141 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$509 - $623 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 131 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,392 - $1,702.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,392 - $1,702 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$239 - $293 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$675 - $825 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$478 - $584 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,011 - $1,235. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,244 - $7,632 |
11.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,654 - $6,910 |
10.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$337 - $411 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Arlington MA spend between $5,265 - $6,435 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Arlington MA with 131 guests spend between $2,864 - $3,500 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Arlington MA is $1,934 - $2,364. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,265 - $6,435 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$467 - $571 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,864 - $3,500 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,934 - $2,364 |
3.6% |
The cost for a Full Service in Arlington MA is estimated to be $4,590 - $5,610. This service accounts for 8.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Consultant Cost |
$5,684 - $6,948 |
10.6% |
|
Full Service
|
$4,590 - $5,610 |
8.6% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$25,576 - $31,260 |
47.7% |