For a wedding with 125 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $42,399 - $51,821. 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 $377. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,399 - $51,821.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,399 - $51,821 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Waltham MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $416 - $508. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $448 - $548.
In Waltham MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,448 - $2,992. This represents about 5.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,505 - $4,283 |
8.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$416 - $508 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$448 - $548 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,448 - $2,992 |
5.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Boston MA is $545 - $666. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$545 - $666 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$545 - $666 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $350 - $428. 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 |
$350 - $428 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,507 - $3,065, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Boston MA area is $1,737 - $2,123.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,507 - $3,065 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,737 - $2,123 |
4.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$770 - $942 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Boston MA, you should budget approximately $18,746 - $22,912, which is about 44.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,746 - $22,912 |
44.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,833 - $3,463 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,460 - $6,674 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,437 - $10,311 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,016 - $2,464 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,930 - $3,582. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,930 - $3,582 |
6.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$361 - $441 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$373 - $455 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$684 - $836 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$437 - $535 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $711 - $869.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$711 - $869 |
1.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$459 - $561 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,075 - $1,313. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,075 - $1,313 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$235 - $287 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $11,212 - $13,704 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 26.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 125 guests spend between $5,006 - $6,118 on wedding photography, which is about 11.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Boston MA is $3,804 - $4,650. This makes up a portion of your (9.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$11,212 - $13,704 |
26.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$519 - $635 |
1.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$684 - $836 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$1,199 - $1,465 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$5,006 - $6,118 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,804 - $4,650 |
9.0% |