For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston, MA, the estimated total cost is around $43,226 - $52,832. 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 $274. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,226 - $52,832.
The average wedding cost in Boston, MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,226 - $52,832 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 $357 - $437. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $398 - $486.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,186 - $2,672. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,087 - $3,773 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$357 - $437 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$398 - $486 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,186 - $2,672 |
5.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Cambridge MA is $245 - $299. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,754 - $7,032, which is 13.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston, MA typically budget around $4,038 - $4,936 which is 9.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,754 - $7,032 |
13.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$586 - $716 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,038 - $4,936 |
9.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,130 - $1,381 |
2.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Boston, MA, you should budget approximately $18,727 - $22,889, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,727 - $22,889 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,997 - $3,663 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,818 - $7,110 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,657 - $9,359 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,255 - $2,757 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,856 - $3,490. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,856 - $3,490 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$612 - $748 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$739 - $903 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$725 - $886 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$515 - $629 |
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 $540 - $660.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$540 - $660 |
1.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$540 - $660 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,418 - $1,734. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,418 - $1,734 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$336 - $410 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$639 - $781 |
1.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$287 - $351 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$352 - $430 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston, MA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $966 - $1,180.
| Other Events Cost |
$966 - $1,180 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$966 - $1,180 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$515 - $629 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$515 - $629 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Boston, MA spend between $7,655 - $9,357 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston, MA with 175 guests spend between $3,662 - $4,476 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston, MA is $3,131 - $3,827. This makes up a portion of your (7.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,655 - $9,357 |
17.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$386 - $472 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$476 - $582 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,662 - $4,476 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,131 - $3,827 |
7.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $532 - $650.
| Transportation Cost |
$532 - $650 |
1.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$532 - $650 |
1.2% |