For a wedding with 175 guests in the Ipswich MA, the estimated total cost is around $51,751 - $63,251. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Ipswich MA is approximately $329. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,751 - $63,251.
The average wedding cost in Ipswich MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,751 - $63,251 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 $353 - $431. 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 $380 - $464.
In Salem MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,076 - $2,538. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,972 - $3,632 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$353 - $431 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$380 - $464 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,076 - $2,538 |
4.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Salem MA is $342 - $418. 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 |
$342 - $418 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,655 - $3,245, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Ipswich MA area is $1,840 - $2,248.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,655 - $3,245 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,840 - $2,248 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$815 - $997 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Ipswich MA, you should budget approximately $27,771 - $33,943, which is about 53.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,771 - $33,943 |
53.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,380 - $5,354 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,444 - $10,320 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,829 - $14,457 |
22.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,119 - $3,812 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,787 - $3,407. This accounts for roughly 5.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,787 - $3,407 |
5.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$734 - $898 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$333 - $407 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,078 - $1,318 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$642 - $784 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $892 - $1,090.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$892 - $1,090 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$710 - $868 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,141 - $1,395. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,141 - $1,395 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$346 - $422 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,198 - $1,464, 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 $727 - $889, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,198 - $1,464 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$727 - $889 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Ipswich MA spend between $9,653 - $11,798 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Ipswich MA with 175 guests spend between $5,239 - $6,403 on wedding photography, which is about 10.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Ipswich MA is $3,983 - $4,868. This makes up a portion of your (7.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$9,653 - $11,798 |
18.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$431 - $527 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,239 - $6,403 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,983 - $4,868 |
7.7% |
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 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
2.1% |