Events & Creative, Massachusetts
Catering cost in Boston, MA
A typical Catering figure in Boston is about $53 per person, about 32% above the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in Boston
$53
per person
- On the low end
- $24
- On the high end
- $112
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Boston. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $53 | $24 to $112 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Cambridge, MA | $54 | $24 to $114 |
| Worcester, MA | $43 | $20 to $92 |
| Springfield, MA | $39 | $18 to $82 |
| Bellevue, WA | $53 | $24 to $112 |
| Berkeley, CA | $53 | $24 to $112 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in Boston: what does it cost?
In Boston, MA, Catering typically costs about $53 per person, with most prices between $24 and $112.
Why is Boston higher than the national price?
Prices in Boston run about 32% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.