For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $61,979 - $75,753. 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 $275. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,979 - $75,753.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,979 - $75,753 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $406 - $496. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $438 - $536.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,393 - $2,925. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,425 - $4,187 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$406 - $496 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$438 - $536 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,393 - $2,925 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $1,044 - $1,276. 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 |
$1,044 - $1,276 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,044 - $1,276 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $260 - $318. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$260 - $318 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,017 - $2,465, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,398 - $1,708.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,017 - $2,465 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,398 - $1,708 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$619 - $757 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $32,303 - $39,481, which is about 52.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,303 - $39,481 |
52.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,791 - $7,077 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,165 - $13,647 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,224 - $13,718 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,123 - $5,039 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,633 - $5,663. This accounts for roughly 7.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,633 - $5,663 |
7.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$546 - $668 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$307 - $375 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$712 - $870 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$814 - $994 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,311 - $1,603 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$943 - $1,153 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,700 - $2,078.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,700 - $2,078 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$938 - $1,146 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$482 - $589 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,775 - $2,169. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,775 - $2,169 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$302 - $370 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$449 - $549 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$268 - $328 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,346 - $1,645, which is about 2.2% 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 $816 - $998, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,003 - $9,781 |
12.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,841 - $7,139 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,346 - $1,645 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$816 - $998 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,029 - $1,257.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,029 - $1,257 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,029 - $1,257 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,560 - $4,351 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,176 - $3,882 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,560 - $4,351 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,176 - $3,882 |
5.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,575 - $1,925.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,575 - $1,925 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,575 - $1,925 |
2.5% |