For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $79,024 - $96,584. 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 $502. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $79,024 - $96,584.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $79,024 - $96,584 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $844 - $1,032. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $910 - $1,112.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,973 - $6,079. This represents about 6.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$7,118 - $8,700 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$844 - $1,032 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$391 - $477 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$910 - $1,112 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,973 - $6,079 |
6.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston MA is $760 - $928. 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 |
$760 - $928 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$760 - $928 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $358 - $438. 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 |
$358 - $438 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$157 - $191 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,174 - $7,546, which is 7.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $4,644 - $5,676 which is 5.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,174 - $7,546 |
7.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,644 - $5,676 |
5.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,530 - $1,870 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $29,134 - $35,608, which is about 36.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,134 - $35,608 |
36.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,123 - $5,039 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,946 - $9,712 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,131 - $17,271 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,934 - $3,586 |
3.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,424 - $4,184. This accounts for roughly 4.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,424 - $4,184 |
4.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$767 - $937 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$348 - $426 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$746 - $912 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$953 - $1,165 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$609 - $745 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,352 - $1,652.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,352 - $1,652 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$179 - $219 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$668 - $816 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$505 - $617 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,768 - $2,160. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,768 - $2,160 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$317 - $387 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$470 - $574 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$179 - $219 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$308 - $376 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$280 - $342 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,651 - $3,240, which is about 3.4% 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 $1,608 - $1,966, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$15,766 - $19,270 |
20.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$11,507 - $14,065 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,651 - $3,240 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,608 - $1,966 |
2.0% |
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 $1,249 - $1,527.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,249 - $1,527 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,249 - $1,527 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $7,362 - $8,998 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $3,857 - $4,714 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $2,931 - $3,583. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,362 - $8,998 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$574 - $702 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,857 - $4,714 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,931 - $3,583 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,632 - $3,216. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,632 - $3,216 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,632 - $3,216 |
3.3% |
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 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
1.4% |