For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $90,213 - $110,261. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Houston TX is approximately $251. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $90,213 - $110,261.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $90,213 - $110,261 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $242 - $296. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $250 - $306.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,377 - $1,683. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,982 - $2,422 |
2.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$250 - $306 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,377 - $1,683 |
1.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $2,003 - $2,448. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Houston TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,003 - $2,448 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,003 - $2,448 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $255 - $311. 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 |
$255 - $311 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,798 - $2,198, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,243 - $1,519.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,798 - $2,198 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,243 - $1,519 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$555 - $679 |
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 Houston TX, you should budget approximately $53,789 - $65,742, which is about 59.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,789 - $65,742 |
59.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,777 - $14,394 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,531 - $27,537 |
25.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,335 - $13,853 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,147 - $9,957 |
9.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,728 - $11,890. This accounts for roughly 10.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,728 - $11,890 |
10.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$503 - $615 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,260 - $1,540 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,358 - $5,326 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$3,377 - $4,127 |
3.7% |
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 $2,295 - $2,805.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,295 - $2,805 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$178 - $218 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
2.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,347 - $4,091. This is approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,347 - $4,091 |
3.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$539 - $659 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$847 - $1,035 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$488 - $596 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$475 - $581 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$367 - $449 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$383 - $469 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $789 - $965, which is about 0.9% 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 $498 - $608, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,880 - $2,298 |
2.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$182 - $222 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$181 - $221 |
0.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$789 - $965 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$498 - $608 |
0.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston 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 $921 - $1,125.
| Other Events Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$921 - $1,125 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,828 - $7,123 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $2,876 - $3,516 on wedding photography, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,196 - $2,684. This makes up a portion of your (2.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,828 - $7,123 |
6.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $402 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,876 - $3,516 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,196 - $2,684 |
2.4% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,829 - $2,235. This service accounts for 2.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,829 - $2,235 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,829 - $2,235 |
2.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,309 - $5,267.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,309 - $5,267 |
4.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,788 - $4,630 |
4.2% |