For a wedding with 175 guests in the Dallas, Texas, the estimated total cost is around $43,094 - $52,670. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dallas, Texas is approximately $274. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,094 - $52,670.
The average wedding cost in Dallas, Texas is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,094 - $52,670 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $249 - $305.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$354 - $432 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Dallas, Texas is $672 - $822. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dallas, Texas area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$672 - $822 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$672 - $822 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,820 - $2,224, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas, Texas area is $1,272 - $1,554.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,820 - $2,224 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,272 - $1,554 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$548 - $670 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Dallas, Texas, you should budget approximately $24,331 - $29,737, which is about 56.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,331 - $29,737 |
56.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,600 - $4,400 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,001 - $8,557 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,177 - $13,661 |
25.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,552 - $3,120 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,806 - $3,430. This accounts for roughly 6.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,806 - $3,430 |
6.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $303 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$746 - $912 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$848 - $1,036 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$525 - $641 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,082 - $1,322.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,082 - $1,322 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$585 - $715 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $973 - $1,189. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$973 - $1,189 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$260 - $318 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $824 - $1,008, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$824 - $1,008 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dallas, Texas area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $974 - $1,190.
| Other Events Cost |
$974 - $1,190 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$974 - $1,190 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dallas, Texas spend between $4,985 - $6,093 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas, Texas with 175 guests spend between $2,877 - $3,517 on wedding photography, which is about 6.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dallas, Texas is $2,108 - $2,576. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,985 - $6,093 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,877 - $3,517 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,108 - $2,576 |
4.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Dallas, Texas is estimated to be $2,092 - $2,556. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,092 - $2,556 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,092 - $2,556 |
4.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,516 - $1,852.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,516 - $1,852 |
3.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$510 - $624 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
2.3% |