For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $63,800 - $77,978. 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 $405. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,800 - $77,978.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,800 - $77,978 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $559 - $683. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $602 - $736.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,291 - $4,023. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,711 - $5,757 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$559 - $683 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$602 - $736 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,291 - $4,023 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston MA is $840 - $1,026. 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 |
$840 - $1,026 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$840 - $1,026 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $372 - $454. 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 |
$372 - $454 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$137 - $167 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,823 - $7,117, which is 9.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Boston MA typically budget around $5,012 - $6,126 which is 7.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,823 - $7,117 |
9.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$811 - $991 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$5,012 - $6,126 |
7.9% |
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 $30,725 - $37,553, which is about 48.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,725 - $37,553 |
48.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,364 - $5,334 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,411 - $10,281 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,844 - $18,142 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,106 - $3,796 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,706 - $5,752. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,706 - $5,752 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$861 - $1,053 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$392 - $479 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$581 - $711 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,146 - $1,400 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$673 - $823 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,305 - $1,595.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,305 - $1,595 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$203 - $249 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$707 - $865 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$394 - $482 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,430 - $1,748. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,430 - $1,748 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$367 - $449 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,725 - $2,109, 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 $1,048 - $1,280, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,773 - $3,389 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,725 - $2,109 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,348 - $1,648.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,348 - $1,648 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,348 - $1,648 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,681 - $5,721 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 175 guests spend between $4,162 - $5,086 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,681 - $5,721 |
7.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,162 - $5,086 |
6.5% |
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,159 - $3,861 |
5.0% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$3,159 - $3,861 |
5.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,110 - $1,356.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,110 - $1,356 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,110 - $1,356 |
1.7% |