For a wedding with 75 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $32,996 - $40,328. 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 $489. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,996 - $40,328.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,996 - $40,328 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Brookline MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $416 - $508. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $447 - $547.
In Brookline MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,478 - $3,028. This represents about 7.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,529 - $4,313 |
10.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$416 - $508 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$447 - $547 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,478 - $3,028 |
7.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Boston MA is $268 - $328. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$268 - $328 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$268 - $328 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $248 - $303. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $11,046 - $13,500, which is about 33.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,046 - $13,500 |
33.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,372 - $1,676 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,663 - $3,255 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,044 - $7,388 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$967 - $1,181 |
2.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,610 - $3,190. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,610 - $3,190 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$737 - $901 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$329 - $403 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$987 - $1,207 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$339 - $415 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$217 - $265 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $411 - $503.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$221 - $271 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $430 - $526. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$430 - $526 |
1.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,301 - $1,590, which is about 3.9% 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 $784 - $958, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,766 - $9,492 |
23.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,682 - $6,944 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,301 - $1,590 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$784 - $958 |
2.4% |
Officiant
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 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,125 - $1,375.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,125 - $1,375 |
3.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
3.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,744 - $5,798 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 75 guests spend between $3,579 - $4,375 on wedding photography, which is about 10.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,744 - $5,798 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$468 - $572 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$697 - $851 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,579 - $4,375 |
10.8% |