For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $80,011 - $97,791. 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 $222. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,011 - $97,791.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,011 - $97,791 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $316 - $386. 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 $339 - $415.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,880 - $2,298. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,678 - $3,273 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,880 - $2,298 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $1,811 - $2,213. 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 |
$1,811 - $2,213 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,811 - $2,213 |
2.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $282 - $344. 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 |
$282 - $344 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,794 - $2,192, 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 $1,244 - $1,520.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,794 - $2,192 |
2.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,244 - $1,520 |
1.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$550 - $672 |
0.7% |
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 $47,937 - $58,589, which is about 59.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$47,937 - $58,589 |
59.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,448 - $12,770 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,290 - $24,798 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,831 - $12,015 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,368 - $9,006 |
9.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,146 - $8,734. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,146 - $8,734 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$594 - $726 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$266 - $325 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$879 - $1,075 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,545 - $3,111 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,625 - $1,986 |
2.0% |
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 $2,764 - $3,378.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,764 - $3,378 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,684 - $2,058 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,065 - $3,746. This is approximately 3.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,065 - $3,746 |
3.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$499 - $609 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$762 - $932 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$441 - $539 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$445 - $543 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$338 - $413 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$351 - $429 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,051 - $1,285, which is about 1.3% 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 $633 - $773, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,799 - $8,309 |
8.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,591 - $5,611 |
5.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$295 - $361 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,051 - $1,285 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$633 - $773 |
0.8% |
Officiant
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% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $902 - $1,102.
| Other Events Cost |
$902 - $1,102 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$902 - $1,102 |
1.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,663 - $4,477 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $2,870 - $3,508 on wedding photography, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,663 - $4,477 |
4.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$423 - $517 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,870 - $3,508 |
3.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $516 - $630.
| Transportation Cost |
$516 - $630 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$516 - $630 |
0.6% |