For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $56,542 - $69,106. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dallas TX is approximately $251. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $56,542 - $69,106.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $56,542 - $69,106 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $300 - $366. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $322 - $394.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,786 - $2,182. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,543 - $3,109 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$300 - $366 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,786 - $2,182 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dallas TX is $1,000 - $1,222. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dallas TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,000 - $1,222 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
1.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,927 - $2,355, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas TX area is $1,336 - $1,632.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,927 - $2,355 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,336 - $1,632 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$591 - $723 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Dallas TX, you should budget approximately $29,252 - $35,752, which is about 51.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,252 - $35,752 |
51.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,329 - $6,513 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,346 - $12,646 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,820 - $12,002 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,757 - $4,591 |
6.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,478 - $5,473. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,478 - $5,473 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$635 - $777 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$284 - $348 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$841 - $1,027 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,265 - $1,546 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$808 - $988 |
1.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,553 - $1,899. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,553 - $1,899 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$397 - $485 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$186 - $228 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$232 - $284 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $960 - $1,174, which is about 1.7% 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 $579 - $707, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,738 - $7,013 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,199 - $5,132 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$960 - $1,174 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$579 - $707 |
1.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dallas TX spend between $4,572 - $5,588 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $3,794 - $4,638 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,572 - $5,588 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$352 - $430 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$426 - $520 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,794 - $4,638 |
6.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Dallas TX is estimated to be $2,040 - $2,494. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,040 - $2,494 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,040 - $2,494 |
3.6% |