For a wedding with 38 guests in the Boston MA, the estimated total cost is around $35,679 - $43,607. 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 $1,043. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,679 - $43,607.
The average wedding cost in Boston MA is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,679 - $43,607 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Haverhill MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $318 - $388. 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 $343 - $419.
In Haverhill MA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,876 - $2,292. This represents about 5.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,684 - $3,280 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$318 - $388 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$343 - $419 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,876 - $2,292 |
5.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Boston MA is $146 - $178. 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 |
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Boston MA is $344 - $420. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$344 - $420 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,472 - $3,022, 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 $1,713 - $2,093.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,472 - $3,022 |
6.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,713 - $2,093 |
4.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$760 - $928 |
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 $6,983 - $8,535, which is about 19.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,983 - $8,535 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$760 - $928 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,464 - $1,790 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,218 - $5,156 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$541 - $661 |
1.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,576 - $3,148. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,576 - $3,148 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$749 - $915 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$340 - $416 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,029 - $1,257 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$139 - $169 |
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 $504 - $616.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$504 - $616 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$132 - $162 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $296 - $362. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$296 - $362 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$43 - $53 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$42 - $52 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,068 - $1,306, which is about 3.0% 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 $648 - $792, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,833 - $8,351 |
19.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$239 - $292 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,639 - $5,669 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$648 - $792 |
1.8% |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$315 - $385 |
0.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,262 - $1,542.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,262 - $1,542 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
3.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$503 - $615 |
1.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$503 - $615 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Boston MA spend between $5,000 - $6,112 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Boston MA with 38 guests spend between $3,895 - $4,761 on wedding photography, which is about 10.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,000 - $6,112 |
14.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$424 - $518 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$681 - $833 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,895 - $4,761 |
10.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Boston MA is estimated to be $5,500 - $6,722. This service accounts for 15.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$5,500 - $6,722 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$5,500 - $6,722 |
15.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $261 - $319.
| Transportation Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |