For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $49,454 - $60,444. 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 $440. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,454 - $60,444.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,454 - $60,444 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Waltham MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $452 - $552. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $488 - $596.
In Waltham MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,668 - $3,260. This represents about 5.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,817 - $4,665 |
7.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$452 - $552 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$210 - $256 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$488 - $596 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,668 - $3,260 |
5.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $559 - $683. 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 |
$559 - $683 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$559 - $683 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $350 - $428. 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 |
$350 - $428 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,707 - $3,309, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,876 - $2,292.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,707 - $3,309 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,876 - $2,292 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$832 - $1,016 |
1.7% |
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 $23,857 - $29,159, which is about 48.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,857 - $29,159 |
48.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,011 - $3,680 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,803 - $7,093 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,901 - $15,767 |
26.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,143 - $2,619 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,752 - $4,586. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,752 - $4,586 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$764 - $934 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$347 - $425 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$383 - $468 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$701 - $857 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$448 - $548 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $488 - $596.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$488 - $596 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$488 - $596 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,098 - $1,342. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,098 - $1,342 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$241 - $295 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,499 - $1,833, which is about 3.0% 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 $909 - $1,111, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,743 - $3,353 |
5.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$335 - $409 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,499 - $1,833 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$909 - $1,111 |
1.8% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,382 - $1,689.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,382 - $1,689 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,382 - $1,689 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,265 - $5,213 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,265 - $5,213 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,265 - $5,213 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,265 - $5,213 |
8.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,910 - $3,556. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,910 - $3,556 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,910 - $3,556 |
5.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $708 - $866.
| Transportation Cost |
$708 - $866 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$708 - $866 |
1.4% |