For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $29,314 - $35,828. 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 $857. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,314 - $35,828.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,314 - $35,828 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Brookline MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $406 - $496. 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 $437 - $535.
In Brookline MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,394 - $2,926. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,425 - $4,187 |
11.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$406 - $496 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$437 - $535 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,394 - $2,926 |
8.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $128 - $156. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $324 - $396. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$324 - $396 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$138 - $168 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,022 - $2,472, which is 6.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,401 - $1,713.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,022 - $2,472 |
6.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,401 - $1,713 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$621 - $759 |
2.1% |
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 $7,434 - $9,086, which is about 25.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,434 - $9,086 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$638 - $780 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,230 - $1,504 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,111 - $6,247 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$455 - $556 |
1.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,276 - $2,782. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,276 - $2,782 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$714 - $872 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$324 - $396 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$887 - $1,084 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$160 - $196 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$103 - $125 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $509 - $623.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$509 - $623 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$147 - $179 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$199 - $243 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $219 - $267. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$219 - $267 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,256 - $1,535, which is about 4.3% 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 $762 - $932, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,470 - $9,130 |
25.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,452 - $6,664 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$762 - $932 |
2.6% |
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 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,031 - $1,261.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,031 - $1,261 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,031 - $1,261 |
3.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $3,657 - $4,469 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $3,185 - $3,893 on wedding photography, which is about 10.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,657 - $4,469 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$472 - $576 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,185 - $3,893 |
10.9% |