For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $47,986 - $58,650. 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 $213. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,986 - $58,650.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,986 - $58,650 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Fort Worth TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $269 - $329. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $290 - $354.
In Fort Worth TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,603 - $1,959. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,283 - $2,791 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,603 - $1,959 |
3.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dallas TX is $912 - $1,114. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$912 - $1,114 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.9% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,517 - $5,521, which is 9.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Dallas TX typically budget around $3,420 - $4,180 which is 7.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,517 - $5,521 |
9.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,420 - $4,180 |
7.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,097 - $1,341 |
2.3% |
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 $26,895 - $32,871, which is about 56.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,895 - $32,871 |
56.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,998 - $6,108 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,704 - $11,860 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,670 - $10,596 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,524 - $4,307 |
7.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,490 - $5,488. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,490 - $5,488 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$589 - $719 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$887 - $1,084 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,318 - $1,610 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$842 - $1,030 |
1.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $884 - $1,080. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$884 - $1,080 |
1.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$213 - $261 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $888 - $1,086, which is about 1.9% 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 $536 - $655, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,424 - $1,740 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$888 - $1,086 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$536 - $655 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$408 - $498 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Fort Worth TX spend between $3,162 - $3,864 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $2,809 - $3,433 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,162 - $3,864 |
6.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$353 - $431 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,809 - $3,433 |
5.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Dallas TX is estimated to be $1,859 - $2,272. This service accounts for 3.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.9% |
