For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston, TX, the estimated total cost is around $67,306 - $82,262. 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 $299. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,306 - $82,262.
The average wedding cost in Houston, TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,306 - $82,262 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 $501 - $613. 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 $541 - $661.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,992 - $3,656. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,262 - $5,209 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$501 - $613 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$228 - $278 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$541 - $661 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,992 - $3,656 |
4.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston, TX is $1,021 - $1,247. 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 |
$1,021 - $1,247 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,021 - $1,247 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston, TX is $293 - $359. 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 |
$293 - $359 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,093 - $2,558, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston, TX area is $1,451 - $1,773.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,093 - $2,558 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,451 - $1,773 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$642 - $784 |
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 $30,839 - $37,692, which is about 45.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,839 - $37,692 |
45.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,664 - $6,922 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,997 - $13,441 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,184 - $12,448 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,993 - $4,881 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,004 - $6,116. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,004 - $6,116 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$637 - $779 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$284 - $348 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$708 - $866 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$999 - $1,221 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,450 - $1,772 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$925 - $1,131 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,670 - $2,041.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,670 - $2,041 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$913 - $1,115 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$468 - $572 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,679 - $2,053. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,679 - $2,053 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$285 - $349 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$132 - $162 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$437 - $534 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,645 - $2,011, which is about 2.4% 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 $991 - $1,211, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,826 - $12,010 |
14.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,190 - $8,788 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,645 - $2,011 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$991 - $1,211 |
1.5% |
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 $1,052 - $1,286.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,052 - $1,286 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$404 - $494 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Houston, TX spend between $3,759 - $4,595 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston, TX with 250 guests spend between $3,349 - $4,093 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,759 - $4,595 |
5.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$410 - $502 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,349 - $4,093 |
5.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston, TX is estimated to be $4,636 - $5,666. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,636 - $5,666 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,636 - $5,666 |
6.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $516 - $630.
| Transportation Cost |
$516 - $630 |
0.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$516 - $630 |
0.8% |