For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $38,282 - $46,789. 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 $340. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,282 - $46,789.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,282 - $46,789 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 $261 - $319. 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 $282 - $344.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,541 - $1,883. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,204 - $2,694 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$282 - $344 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,541 - $1,883 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $499 - $609. 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 |
$499 - $609 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$499 - $609 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $356 - $435. 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 |
$356 - $435 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,216 - $2,708, which is 5.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,535 - $1,877.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,216 - $2,708 |
5.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,535 - $1,877 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$680 - $832 |
1.8% |
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 $16,153 - $19,743, which is about 42.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,153 - $19,743 |
42.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,574 - $3,146 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,962 - $6,064 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,785 - $8,293 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,832 - $2,240 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,565 - $4,357. This accounts for roughly 9.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,565 - $4,357 |
9.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$790 - $966 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$422 - $516 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$967 - $1,181 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$626 - $766 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$401 - $490 |
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 $992 - $1,212.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$992 - $1,212 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$417 - $509 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$285 - $349 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,065 - $1,301. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,065 - $1,301 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $325 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $907 - $1,109, which is about 2.4% 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 $551 - $673, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,398 - $6,598 |
14.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,940 - $4,816 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$907 - $1,109 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$551 - $673 |
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 $1,130 - $1,382.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,130 - $1,382 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,130 - $1,382 |
3.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $3,886 - $4,750 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $3,491 - $4,267 on wedding photography, which is about 9.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,886 - $4,750 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$395 - $483 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,491 - $4,267 |
9.1% |