For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $41,469 - $50,685. 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 $1,213. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,469 - $50,685.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,469 - $50,685 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 $591 - $723. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $637 - $779.
In Boston MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,489 - $4,265. This represents about 8.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,991 - $6,101 |
12.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$591 - $723 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$637 - $779 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,489 - $4,265 |
8.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $136 - $166. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $330 - $404. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$330 - $404 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,277 - $2,783, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,578 - $1,928.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,277 - $2,783 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,578 - $1,928 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$699 - $855 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $8,245 - $10,077, which is about 19.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,245 - $10,077 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$707 - $865 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,363 - $1,665 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,672 - $6,932 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,399 - $2,933. This accounts for roughly 5.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,399 - $2,933 |
5.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$711 - $869 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$323 - $395 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$955 - $1,167 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $583 - $713.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$583 - $713 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $315 - $385. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$315 - $385 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,856 - $2,268, which is about 4.5% 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 $1,126 - $1,376, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,038 - $13,490 |
26.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,056 - $9,846 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,856 - $2,268 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
2.7% |
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 $1,162 - $1,420.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,162 - $1,420 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,162 - $1,420 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $4,109 - $5,022 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $3,588 - $4,386 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,109 - $5,022 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$520 - $636 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,588 - $4,386 |
8.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Boston MA is estimated to be $5,066 - $6,192. This service accounts for 12.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,066 - $6,192 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,066 - $6,192 |
12.2% |