For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $50,027 - $61,145. 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 $222. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,027 - $61,145.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,027 - $61,145 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 $338 - $414. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $365 - $446.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,992 - $2,434. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,851 - $3,485 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$338 - $414 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$365 - $446 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,992 - $2,434 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $919 - $1,123. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$919 - $1,123 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$919 - $1,123 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $261 - $319. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,623 - $1,983, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,124 - $1,374.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,623 - $1,983 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,124 - $1,374 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$499 - $609 |
1.0% |
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 $26,277 - $32,117, which is about 52.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,277 - $32,117 |
52.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,976 - $6,082 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,594 - $11,726 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,165 - $9,979 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,542 - $4,330 |
7.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,262 - $5,210. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,262 - $5,210 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$547 - $669 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$621 - $759 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$685 - $837 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,318 - $1,610 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$842 - $1,030 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,508 - $1,843.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$806 - $986 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$420 - $514 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,574 - $1,924. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,574 - $1,924 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $480 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$198 - $242 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,065 - $1,301, which is about 2.1% 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 $646 - $790, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,331 - $7,737 |
12.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,620 - $5,646 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$646 - $790 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $827 - $1,011.
| Other Events Cost |
$827 - $1,011 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$827 - $1,011 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $2,939 - $3,592 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $2,555 - $3,123 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,939 - $3,592 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,555 - $3,123 |
5.1% |