For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $84,912 - $103,782. 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 $236. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $84,912 - $103,782.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $84,912 - $103,782 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $333 - $407. 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 $359 - $439.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,965 - $2,401. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,812 - $3,436 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$333 - $407 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$359 - $439 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,965 - $2,401 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $1,897 - $2,319. 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 |
$1,897 - $2,319 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,897 - $2,319 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $264 - $322. 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 |
$264 - $322 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,880 - $2,298, which is 2.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,303 - $1,593.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,880 - $2,298 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,303 - $1,593 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$577 - $705 |
0.7% |
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 $52,385 - $64,027, which is about 61.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$52,385 - $64,027 |
61.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,190 - $13,676 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,575 - $26,369 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,654 - $14,244 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,967 - $9,737 |
9.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,727 - $8,221. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,727 - $8,221 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$512 - $626 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$233 - $285 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,351 - $1,651 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$725 - $886 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,382 - $2,912 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,524 - $1,862 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,998 - $3,664.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,998 - $3,664 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$116 - $142 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,813 - $2,215 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$913 - $1,115 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,477 - $4,249. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,477 - $4,249 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$574 - $702 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$265 - $323 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$492 - $602 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$508 - $620 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$386 - $472 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$401 - $491 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,156 - $1,412, which is about 1.4% 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 $702 - $858, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,879 - $8,407 |
8.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,021 - $6,137 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,156 - $1,412 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$702 - $858 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $959 - $1,172.
| Other Events Cost |
$959 - $1,172 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$959 - $1,172 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,980 - $4,864 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $3,607 - $4,409 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,980 - $4,864 |
4.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$373 - $455 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,607 - $4,409 |
4.2% |