For a wedding with 400 guests in the San Antonio TX, the estimated total cost is around $85,720 - $104,768. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Antonio TX is approximately $238. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $85,720 - $104,768.
The average wedding cost in San Antonio TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $85,720 - $104,768 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In La Vernia TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $342 - $418. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $363 - $443.
In La Vernia TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,051 - $2,507. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,909 - $3,555 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$342 - $418 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$153 - $187 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$363 - $443 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,051 - $2,507 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in San Antonio TX is $2,093 - $2,558. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Antonio TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,093 - $2,558 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,093 - $2,558 |
2.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Antonio TX is $250 - $306. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,764 - $2,156, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Antonio TX area is $1,232 - $1,506.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,764 - $2,156 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,232 - $1,506 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$532 - $650 |
0.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in San Antonio TX, you should budget approximately $52,912 - $64,670, which is about 61.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$52,912 - $64,670 |
61.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,409 - $13,945 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,189 - $27,119 |
25.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,228 - $13,723 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,087 - $9,884 |
9.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,785 - $9,515. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,785 - $9,515 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$575 - $703 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $314 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,903 - $3,548 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,796 - $2,196 |
2.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,969 - $3,629.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,969 - $3,629 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,852 - $2,264 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$878 - $1,073 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,092 - $3,779. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,092 - $3,779 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$493 - $603 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$231 - $283 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$815 - $996 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$432 - $528 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$437 - $535 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$332 - $406 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$351 - $429 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,115 - $1,363, which is about 1.3% 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 $664 - $812, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,684 - $8,170 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,905 - $5,995 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,115 - $1,363 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$664 - $812 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Antonio TX area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $943 - $1,153.
| Other Events Cost |
$943 - $1,153 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in San Antonio TX spend between $3,162 - $3,864 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Antonio TX with 400 guests spend between $2,789 - $3,409 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,162 - $3,864 |
3.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$373 - $455 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,789 - $3,409 |
3.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $502 - $614.
| Transportation Cost |
$502 - $614 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$502 - $614 |
0.6% |