For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $63,626 - $77,766. 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 $283. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,626 - $77,766.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,626 - $77,766 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $271 - $331. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,594 - $1,948. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,990 - $2,432 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$271 - $331 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,594 - $1,948 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $992 - $1,212. 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 |
$992 - $1,212 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$992 - $1,212 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,043 - $6,163, which is 7.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,206 - $1,474.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,302 - $4,036 which is 5.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,043 - $6,163 |
7.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,206 - $1,474 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$535 - $653 |
0.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,302 - $4,036 |
5.2% |
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 $31,757 - $38,815, which is about 49.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,757 - $38,815 |
49.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,220 - $6,380 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,066 - $12,302 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,755 - $15,589 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,717 - $4,543 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,281 - $5,233. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,281 - $5,233 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$562 - $686 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$662 - $810 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$760 - $928 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,246 - $1,522 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$797 - $974 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,545 - $1,889.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,545 - $1,889 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$447 - $547 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,672 - $2,044. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,672 - $2,044 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$281 - $343 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$416 - $508 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $857 - $1,047, 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 $519 - $635, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,097 - $6,229 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,721 - $4,547 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$519 - $635 |
0.8% |
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 $887 - $1,085.
| Other Events Cost |
$887 - $1,085 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$887 - $1,085 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,585 - $6,827 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $2,741 - $3,351 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,084 - $2,547. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,585 - $6,827 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$417 - $509 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,741 - $3,351 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,084 - $2,547 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $3,871 - $4,731. This service accounts for 6.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,871 - $4,731 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,871 - $4,731 |
6.1% |