For a wedding with 175 guests in the Salem MA, the estimated total cost is around $49,067 - $59,971. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Salem MA is approximately $312. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,067 - $59,971.
The average wedding cost in Salem MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,067 - $59,971 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Salem MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $329 - $403. 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 $356 - $435.
In Salem MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,940 - $2,371. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,777 - $3,394 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$329 - $403 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$356 - $435 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,940 - $2,371 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Salem MA is $710 - $868. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Salem MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$710 - $868 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$710 - $868 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Salem MA is $344 - $420. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,143 - $2,619, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Salem MA area is $1,485 - $1,815.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,143 - $2,619 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,485 - $1,815 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$658 - $804 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Salem MA, you should budget approximately $26,402 - $32,269, which is about 53.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,402 - $32,269 |
53.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,743 - $4,575 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,215 - $8,819 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,778 - $15,618 |
26.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,665 - $3,257 |
5.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $751 - $917. This accounts for roughly 1.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$751 - $917 |
1.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$751 - $917 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $959 - $1,172.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$959 - $1,172 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$607 - $741 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$352 - $430 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,310 - $1,601. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,310 - $1,601 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$103 - $125 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$328 - $400 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,094 - $1,337.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,094 - $1,337 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,094 - $1,337 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Salem MA spend between $6,461 - $7,897 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Salem MA with 175 guests spend between $3,376 - $4,126 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Salem MA is $2,566 - $3,136. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,461 - $7,897 |
13.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,376 - $4,126 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,566 - $3,136 |
5.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Salem MA is estimated to be $4,767 - $5,827. This service accounts for 9.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,767 - $5,827 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,767 - $5,827 |
9.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,110 - $1,356.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.3% |