For a wedding with 175 guests in the Boston, MA, the estimated total cost is around $39,299 - $48,032. 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 $250. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,299 - $48,032.
The average wedding cost in Boston, MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,299 - $48,032 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Dorchester MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $213 - $261. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $238 - $290.
In Dorchester MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,305 - $1,595. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,843 - $2,253 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$213 - $261 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,305 - $1,595 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Boston, MA is $616 - $752. 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 |
$616 - $752 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$616 - $752 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston, MA is $280 - $342. 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 |
$280 - $342 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,608 - $1,966, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston, MA area is $1,083 - $1,323.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,608 - $1,966 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$526 - $642 |
1.3% |
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 $17,911 - $21,891, which is about 45.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,911 - $21,891 |
45.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,776 - $3,392 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,389 - $6,587 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,657 - $9,359 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,089 - $2,553 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,641 - $4,451. This accounts for roughly 9.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,641 - $4,451 |
9.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$725 - $886 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$527 - $644 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$689 - $843 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$811 - $991 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$576 - $704 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,103 - $1,348.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,103 - $1,348 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$182 - $222 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$500 - $612 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$321 - $393 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,308 - $1,598. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,308 - $1,598 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$306 - $374 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$157 - $191 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $735 - $899, which is about 1.9% 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 $442 - $540, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,415 - $5,397 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,238 - $3,958 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$735 - $899 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$442 - $540 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Boston, MA area is $293 - $358. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$293 - $358 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $868 - $1,060.
| Other Events Cost |
$868 - $1,060 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$868 - $1,060 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$515 - $629 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$515 - $629 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Boston, MA spend between $2,869 - $3,507 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 $2,542 - $3,106 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,869 - $3,507 |
7.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,542 - $3,106 |
6.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Boston, MA is estimated to be $2,030 - $2,481. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,030 - $2,481 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,030 - $2,481 |
5.2% |