For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $57,217 - $69,931. 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 $509. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,217 - $69,931.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,217 - $69,931 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 $457 - $559. 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 $492 - $602.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,692 - $3,290. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,852 - $4,708 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$457 - $559 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$492 - $602 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,692 - $3,290 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $572 - $699. 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 |
$572 - $699 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$572 - $699 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $344 - $420. 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 |
$344 - $420 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,799 - $3,421, which is 4.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,940 - $2,371.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,799 - $3,421 |
4.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,940 - $2,371 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$860 - $1,051 |
1.5% |
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 $21,383 - $26,135, which is about 37.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,383 - $26,135 |
37.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,092 - $3,780 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,962 - $7,286 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,128 - $12,378 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,201 - $2,691 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,801 - $4,645. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,801 - $4,645 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$752 - $920 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$342 - $418 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$391 - $477 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,139 - $1,393 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$717 - $877 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$459 - $561 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,099 - $1,343.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,099 - $1,343 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$501 - $613 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $962 - $1,176. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$962 - $1,176 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,524 - $1,862, which is about 2.7% 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 $924 - $1,130, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,065 - $11,079 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,617 - $8,087 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,524 - $1,862 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$924 - $1,130 |
1.6% |
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 $1,428 - $1,746.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,428 - $1,746 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,428 - $1,746 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,866 - $5,948 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,411 - $5,391 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,866 - $5,948 |
8.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$455 - $557 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,411 - $5,391 |
7.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Boston MA is estimated to be $6,228 - $7,612. This service accounts for 10.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,228 - $7,612 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,228 - $7,612 |
10.9% |