For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $25,237 - $30,845. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $738. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,237 - $30,845.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,237 - $30,845 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 $437 - $535. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $472 - $576.
In Cambridge MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,577 - $3,149. This represents about 10.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,687 - $4,507 |
14.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$437 - $535 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$202 - $246 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$472 - $576 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,577 - $3,149 |
10.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Cambridge MA is $132 - $162. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Cambridge MA area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$132 - $162 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$132 - $162 |
0.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,970 - $2,408, which is 7.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Cambridge MA area is $1,365 - $1,669.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,970 - $2,408 |
7.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,365 - $1,669 |
5.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$605 - $739 |
2.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Cambridge MA, you should budget approximately $5,665 - $6,923, which is about 22.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,665 - $6,923 |
22.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$624 - $762 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,203 - $1,471 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,393 - $4,147 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$445 - $543 |
1.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $748 - $914. This accounts for roughly 3.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$748 - $914 |
3.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$748 - $914 |
3.0% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $302 - $369.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$302 - $369 |
1.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$201 - $245 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$101 - $123 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $53 - $65. This is approximately 0.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,257 - $1,537, which is about 5.0% 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 $763 - $933, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,021 - $2,470 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,257 - $1,537 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$763 - $933 |
3.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Cambridge MA area is $315 - $385. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$315 - $385 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,005 - $1,229.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,005 - $1,229 |
4.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
4.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
2.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
2.0% |
On average, couples in Cambridge MA spend between $8,836 - $10,800 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 35.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Cambridge MA with 38 guests spend between $4,160 - $5,084 on wedding photography, which is about 16.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Cambridge MA is $3,162 - $3,864. This makes up a portion of your (12.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,836 - $10,800 |
35.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$356 - $436 |
1.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$477 - $583 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,160 - $5,084 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,162 - $3,864 |
12.5% |