For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $36,941 - $45,150. 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 $328. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,941 - $45,150.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,941 - $45,150 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 $390 - $476. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $419 - $513.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,296 - $2,806. This represents about 6.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,285 - $4,015 |
8.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$390 - $476 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$419 - $513 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,296 - $2,806 |
6.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $486 - $594. 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 |
$486 - $594 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$486 - $594 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $347 - $425. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$347 - $425 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,171 - $2,653, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,504 - $1,838.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,171 - $2,653 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,504 - $1,838 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$667 - $815 |
1.8% |
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 $16,006 - $19,562, which is about 43.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,006 - $19,562 |
43.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,534 - $3,097 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,883 - $5,969 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,785 - $8,293 |
18.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,804 - $2,204 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,380 - $4,132. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,380 - $4,132 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$760 - $928 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$345 - $421 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$342 - $418 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$935 - $1,143 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$609 - $745 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$390 - $476 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $602 - $736.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$602 - $736 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $606 - $740. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$606 - $740 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,246 - $1,522, which is about 3.4% 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 $756 - $924, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,002 - $2,446 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,246 - $1,522 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$756 - $924 |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,107 - $1,353.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,107 - $1,353 |
3.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
3.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $6,131 - $7,493 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $4,475 - $5,469 on wedding photography, which is about 12.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,131 - $7,493 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$455 - $557 |
1.2% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,475 - $5,469 |
12.1% |