For a wedding with 250 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $75,419 - $92,179. 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 $335. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,419 - $92,179.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,419 - $92,179 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Hanson MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $493 - $603. 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 $531 - $649.
In Hanson MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,907 - $3,553. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,159 - $5,083 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$493 - $603 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$228 - $278 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$531 - $649 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,907 - $3,553 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Boston MA is $1,208 - $1,476. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,208 - $1,476 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,208 - $1,476 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $346 - $422. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$346 - $422 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,576 - $3,148, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,785 - $2,181.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,576 - $3,148 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,785 - $2,181 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$791 - $967 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $37,433 - $45,751, which is about 49.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$37,433 - $45,751 |
49.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,605 - $8,073 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$12,731 - $15,560 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,397 - $16,374 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,701 - $5,745 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,513 - $6,738. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,513 - $6,738 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$756 - $924 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$343 - $419 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$864 - $1,056 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,067 - $1,304 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,515 - $1,851 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$968 - $1,184 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,003 - $2,449.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,003 - $2,449 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$585 - $715 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,156 - $2,636. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,156 - $2,636 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$366 - $448 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$170 - $208 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$544 - $664 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$324 - $396 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,604 - $1,960, which is about 2.1% 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 $973 - $1,189, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,536 - $11,655 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,959 - $8,505 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,604 - $1,960 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$973 - $1,189 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,314 - $1,606.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,314 - $1,606 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,314 - $1,606 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $5,589 - $6,831 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 250 guests spend between $5,115 - $6,251 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,589 - $6,831 |
7.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$474 - $580 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,115 - $6,251 |
6.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston MA is estimated to be $2,769 - $3,385. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,769 - $3,385 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,769 - $3,385 |
3.7% |