For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $96,170 - $117,541. 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 $267. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $96,170 - $117,541.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $96,170 - $117,541 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 $274 - $334. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $295 - $361.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,613 - $1,971. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,309 - $2,822 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$295 - $361 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,613 - $1,971 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $1,968 - $2,406. 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 |
$1,968 - $2,406 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,968 - $2,406 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $266 - $325. 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 |
$266 - $325 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,914 - $2,340, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,327 - $1,621.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,914 - $2,340 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,327 - $1,621 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$588 - $718 |
0.6% |
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 $53,011 - $64,791, which is about 55.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,011 - $64,791 |
55.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,305 - $13,817 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,797 - $26,641 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,860 - $14,496 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,049 - $9,837 |
8.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,142 - $8,729. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,142 - $8,729 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$548 - $670 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$308 - $376 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,296 - $1,584 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$770 - $942 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,471 - $3,021 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,748 - $2,136 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,958 - $3,616.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,958 - $3,616 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,832 - $2,239 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$875 - $1,069 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,874 - $4,734. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,874 - $4,734 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$550 - $672 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$257 - $314 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$814 - $994 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$477 - $583 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$535 - $653 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$485 - $593 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$371 - $453 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$386 - $472 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $932 - $1,140, which is about 1.0% 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 $565 - $691, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,230 - $7,614 |
6.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$210 - $256 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$209 - $255 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,048 - $4,948 |
4.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$266 - $325 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$932 - $1,140 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$565 - $691 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $977 - $1,194.
| Other Events Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$977 - $1,194 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $6,614 - $8,084 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $3,015 - $3,685 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,292 - $2,802. This makes up a portion of your (2.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,614 - $8,084 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$417 - $509 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$546 - $668 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,015 - $3,685 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,292 - $2,802 |
2.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $4,258 - $5,204. This service accounts for 4.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,258 - $5,204 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,258 - $5,204 |
4.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,247 - $5,191.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,247 - $5,191 |
4.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$515 - $629 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,732 - $4,562 |
3.9% |