For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $86,747 - $106,025. 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 $241. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $86,747 - $106,025.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $86,747 - $106,025 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 $307 - $375. 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 $316 - $386.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,739 - $2,125. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,505 - $3,061 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$307 - $375 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$316 - $386 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,739 - $2,125 |
2.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $1,870 - $2,286. 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 |
$1,870 - $2,286 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,870 - $2,286 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $258 - $316. 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 |
$258 - $316 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,623 - $1,983, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,121 - $1,371.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,623 - $1,983 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,121 - $1,371 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$501 - $613 |
0.6% |
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 $49,796 - $60,862, which is about 57.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$49,796 - $60,862 |
57.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,120 - $13,592 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,275 - $26,003 |
24.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,708 - $11,866 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,692 - $9,402 |
8.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $9,058 - $11,070. This accounts for roughly 10.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$9,058 - $11,070 |
10.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$224 - $274 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,125 - $1,375 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$4,068 - $4,972 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$3,152 - $3,852 |
3.6% |
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 $2,130 - $2,604.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,130 - $2,604 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$129 - $157 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$177 - $217 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,824 - $2,230 |
2.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,750 - $5,806. This is approximately 5.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,750 - $5,806 |
5.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$762 - $932 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$355 - $433 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,201 - $1,467 |
1.4% |
|
Postage
|
$697 - $851 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$674 - $824 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$521 - $637 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$541 - $661 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $980 - $1,198, 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $618 - $756, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,335 - $2,853 |
2.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$226 - $276 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$224 - $274 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$286 - $350 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$980 - $1,198 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$618 - $756 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $831 - $1,015.
| Other Events Cost |
$831 - $1,015 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$831 - $1,015 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,382 - $6,578 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $2,596 - $3,172 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $1,982 - $2,422. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,382 - $6,578 |
6.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$378 - $462 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,596 - $3,172 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,982 - $2,422 |
2.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,650 - $2,016. This service accounts for 1.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,650 - $2,016 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,650 - $2,016 |
1.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,309 - $5,267.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,309 - $5,267 |
5.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
0.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,788 - $4,630 |
4.4% |