For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $60,413 - $73,838. 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 $269. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,413 - $73,838.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,413 - $73,838 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Sugar Land TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $550 - $672. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $568 - $694.
In Sugar Land TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,125 - $3,819. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,499 - $5,499 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$550 - $672 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$568 - $694 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,125 - $3,819 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $996 - $1,218. 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 |
$996 - $1,218 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$996 - $1,218 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $263 - $321. 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 |
$263 - $321 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,708 - $2,088, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,181 - $1,443.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,708 - $2,088 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,181 - $1,443 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$527 - $645 |
0.9% |
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 $29,085 - $35,549, which is about 48.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,085 - $35,549 |
48.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,640 - $6,894 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,791 - $13,189 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,753 - $10,698 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,902 - $4,769 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,800 - $5,866. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,800 - $5,866 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$518 - $633 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$989 - $1,209 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$771 - $943 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,385 - $1,693 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$899 - $1,099 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,306 - $1,596.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,306 - $1,596 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$221 - $270 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$925 - $1,131 |
1.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,169 - $2,651. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,169 - $2,651 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$363 - $443 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$167 - $205 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$569 - $695 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$321 - $393 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,663 - $2,033, which is about 2.8% 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 $1,049 - $1,283, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,962 - $4,842 |
6.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$383 - $469 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$382 - $466 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$484 - $592 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,663 - $2,033 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,049 - $1,283 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $874 - $1,068.
| Other Events Cost |
$874 - $1,068 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$874 - $1,068 |
1.4% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $6,603 - $8,071 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,236 - $3,955 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,471 - $3,020. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,603 - $8,071 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$471 - $575 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,236 - $3,955 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,471 - $3,020 |
4.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,737 - $2,123. This service accounts for 2.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,737 - $2,123 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,737 - $2,123 |
2.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,159 - $2,639.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,159 - $2,639 |
3.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,638 - $2,002 |
2.7% |