For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $38,661 - $47,253. 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 $245. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,661 - $47,253.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,661 - $47,253 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Brighton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $384 - $470. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $415 - $507.
In Brighton MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,267 - $2,771. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,066 - $3,748 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$384 - $470 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$415 - $507 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,267 - $2,771 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston MA is $784 - $958. 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 |
$784 - $958 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$784 - $958 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $270 - $330. 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 |
$270 - $330 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,751 - $2,140, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,751 - $2,140.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,751 - $2,140 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,751 - $2,140 |
4.5% |
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 $11,021 - $13,471, which is about 28.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,021 - $13,471 |
28.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,021 - $13,471 |
28.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,748 - $4,580. This accounts for roughly 9.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,748 - $4,580 |
9.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$747 - $913 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$339 - $415 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$628 - $768 |
1.6% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $684 - $836.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$684 - $836 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$684 - $836 |
1.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,175 - $1,437. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,175 - $1,437 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,270 - $1,552, which is about 3.3% 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 $770 - $942, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,552 - $9,230 |
19.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,512 - $6,736 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,270 - $1,552 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$770 - $942 |
2.0% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,289 - $1,575.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,289 - $1,575 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,289 - $1,575 |
3.3% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $7,007 - $8,564 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $3,981 - $4,865 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,026 - $3,698. This makes up a portion of your (7.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,007 - $8,564 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,981 - $4,865 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,026 - $3,698 |
7.8% |