For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $82,134 - $100,386. 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 $228. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $82,134 - $100,386.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $82,134 - $100,386 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $405 - $495. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $437 - $534.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,384 - $2,914. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,414 - $4,172 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$405 - $495 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$437 - $534 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,384 - $2,914 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $2,031 - $2,483. 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 |
$2,031 - $2,483 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,031 - $2,483 |
2.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $275 - $337. 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 |
$275 - $337 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $606 - $740, which is 0.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$606 - $740 |
0.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$606 - $740 |
0.7% |
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 $42,210 - $51,590, which is about 51.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$42,210 - $51,590 |
51.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,165 - $27,091 |
27.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,860 - $14,496 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,185 - $10,003 |
10.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,965 - $8,513. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,965 - $8,513 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$587 - $717 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,388 - $1,696 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$810 - $990 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,550 - $3,116 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,631 - $1,993 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,065 - $3,746.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,065 - $3,746 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,863 - $2,277 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,040 - $1,272 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,546 - $4,334. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,546 - $4,334 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$589 - $719 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$276 - $338 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$473 - $578 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$523 - $639 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$398 - $486 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$412 - $504 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,316 - $1,608, which is about 1.6% 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 $798 - $976, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,825 - $9,563 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,711 - $6,980 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,316 - $1,608 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$798 - $976 |
1.0% |
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% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,006 - $1,230.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
1.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $4,683 - $5,723 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $3,753 - $4,587 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,683 - $5,723 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$546 - $668 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,753 - $4,587 |
4.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $2,120 - $2,592. This service accounts for 2.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,120 - $2,592 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,120 - $2,592 |
2.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,732 - $4,562.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,732 - $4,562 |
4.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,732 - $4,562 |
4.5% |