For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $39,122 - $47,816. 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 $1,144. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,122 - $47,816.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,122 - $47,816 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Norwell MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $718 - $878. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $774 - $946.
In Norwell MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,235 - $5,176. This represents about 10.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,060 - $7,406 |
15.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$718 - $878 |
1.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$333 - $407 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$774 - $946 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,235 - $5,176 |
10.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $137 - $167. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $342 - $418. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$342 - $418 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,557 - $1,903, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,557 - $1,903.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,557 - $1,903 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,557 - $1,903 |
4.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $6,231 - $7,615, which is about 15.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,231 - $7,615 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$699 - $855 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,347 - $1,647 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,686 - $4,506 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$498 - $608 |
1.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,440 - $2,982. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,440 - $2,982 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$748 - $914 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$339 - $415 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$960 - $1,174 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $594 - $726.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$594 - $726 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$233 - $285 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $157 - $191. This is approximately 0.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,179 - $2,663, which is about 5.6% 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 $1,322 - $1,616, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$12,961 - $15,841 |
33.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$9,460 - $11,562 |
24.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,179 - $2,663 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,322 - $1,616 |
3.4% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,147 - $1,401.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,147 - $1,401 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,147 - $1,401 |
2.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,095 - $5,005 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $3,542 - $4,329 on wedding photography, which is about 9.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,095 - $5,005 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$554 - $677 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,542 - $4,329 |
9.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,417 - $2,954. This service accounts for 6.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,417 - $2,954 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,417 - $2,954 |
6.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $168 - $206.
| Transportation Cost |
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |