For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $41,948 - $51,270. 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 $373. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,948 - $51,270.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,948 - $51,270 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Brockton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $289 - $353. 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 $311 - $381.
In Brockton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,700 - $2,078. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,434 - $2,974 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$311 - $381 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,700 - $2,078 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $509 - $622. 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 |
$509 - $622 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$509 - $622 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $325 - $397. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$325 - $397 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,336 - $2,856, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,619 - $1,979.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,336 - $2,856 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,619 - $1,979 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$717 - $877 |
1.7% |
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 $18,120 - $22,146, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,120 - $22,146 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,681 - $3,277 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,169 - $6,317 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,361 - $10,219 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,909 - $2,333 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,434 - $4,198. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,434 - $4,198 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$716 - $875 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$325 - $397 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$989 - $1,209 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$638 - $780 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$408 - $498 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $985 - $1,203.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$985 - $1,203 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$435 - $531 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $908 - $1,110. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$908 - $1,110 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $964 - $1,178, which is about 2.3% 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 $585 - $715, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,733 - $7,007 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,184 - $5,114 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$964 - $1,178 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$585 - $715 |
1.4% |
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 $1,193 - $1,458.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,193 - $1,458 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,193 - $1,458 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $5,154 - $6,300 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,738 - $5,790 on wedding photography, which is about 11.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,154 - $6,300 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$417 - $509 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,738 - $5,790 |
11.3% |