For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $89,382 - $109,244. 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 $248. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $89,382 - $109,244.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $89,382 - $109,244 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $290 - $354. 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 $323 - $395.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,775 - $2,169. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,506 - $3,062 |
2.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$290 - $354 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$323 - $395 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,775 - $2,169 |
2.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $1,753 - $2,143. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,753 - $2,143 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,753 - $2,143 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $246 - $300. 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 |
$246 - $300 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,476 - $3,026, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,022 - $1,250.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,476 - $3,026 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
1.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$496 - $606 |
0.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$958 - $1,170 |
1.1% |
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 $46,033 - $56,263, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$46,033 - $56,263 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,991 - $12,211 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,404 - $23,716 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,958 - $12,170 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,681 - $8,165 |
7.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,395 - $7,816. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,395 - $7,816 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$552 - $674 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$691 - $845 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,175 - $2,659 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,546 - $1,890 |
1.7% |
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 $2,605 - $3,183.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,605 - $3,183 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$179 - $219 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,603 - $1,959 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$725 - $887 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,489 - $4,265. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,489 - $4,265 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$521 - $637 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$494 - $604 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$215 - $263 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$692 - $846 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$371 - $453 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$487 - $595 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$353 - $431 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$356 - $436 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $986 - $1,206, which is about 1.1% 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 HIM) is estimated at $593 - $725, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,693 - $8,181 |
7.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$211 - $257 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$250 - $306 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,346 - $5,312 |
4.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$307 - $375 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$986 - $1,206 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$593 - $725 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $819 - $1,001.
| Other Events Cost |
$819 - $1,001 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$819 - $1,001 |
0.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $7,628 - $9,323 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $2,959 - $3,617 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,531 - $3,093. This makes up a portion of your (2.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,628 - $9,323 |
8.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$322 - $394 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$420 - $514 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$743 - $909 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,959 - $3,617 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,531 - $3,093 |
2.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $3,308 - $4,043. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,308 - $4,043 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,308 - $4,043 |
3.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,759 - $5,817.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,759 - $5,817 |
5.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,316 - $5,275 |
4.8% |