For a wedding with 38 guests in the Cambridge MA, the estimated total cost is around $23,466 - $28,680. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Cambridge MA is approximately $686. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,466 - $28,680.
The average wedding cost in Cambridge MA is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,466 - $28,680 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $443 - $541. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $478 - $584.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,612 - $3,192. This represents about 11.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,737 - $4,567 |
15.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$443 - $541 |
1.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$204 - $250 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$478 - $584 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,612 - $3,192 |
11.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Cambridge MA is $134 - $164. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cambridge MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$134 - $164 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$134 - $164 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cambridge MA is $322 - $394. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$322 - $394 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,225 - $2,719, which is 9.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cambridge MA area is $1,542 - $1,884.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,225 - $2,719 |
9.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,542 - $1,884 |
6.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$683 - $835 |
2.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Cambridge MA, you should budget approximately $8,194 - $10,014, which is about 34.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,194 - $10,014 |
34.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$693 - $847 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,336 - $1,632 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,672 - $6,932 |
24.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$493 - $603 |
2.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,318 - $2,833. This accounts for roughly 9.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,318 - $2,833 |
9.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$695 - $849 |
3.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$316 - $386 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$939 - $1,147 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$168 - $206 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $113 - $138.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$113 - $138 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $171 - $209. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$171 - $209 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,412 - $1,726, which is about 6.0% 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 $858 - $1,048, which is about 3.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,270 - $2,774 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,412 - $1,726 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$858 - $1,048 |
3.7% |
On average, couples in Cambridge MA spend between $3,983 - $4,869 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cambridge MA with 38 guests spend between $3,506 - $4,286 on wedding photography, which is about 14.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,983 - $4,869 |
17.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$477 - $583 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,506 - $4,286 |
14.9% |