For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston, Texas, the estimated total cost is around $70,253 - $85,865. 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, Texas is approximately $195. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $70,253 - $85,865.
The average wedding cost in Houston, Texas is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $70,253 - $85,865 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $342 - $418.
In Sugar Land TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,874 - $2,290. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,341 - $2,861 |
3.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$342 - $418 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,874 - $2,290 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston, Texas is $1,728 - $2,112. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Houston, Texas area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,728 - $2,112 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,728 - $2,112 |
2.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston, Texas is $149 - $183. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,231 - $1,505, which is 1.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston, Texas area is $1,231 - $1,505.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,231 - $1,505 |
1.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
1.8% |
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, Texas, you should budget approximately $42,655 - $52,133, which is about 60.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$42,655 - $52,133 |
60.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,731 - $10,671 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$16,956 - $20,724 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,394 - $12,704 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,574 - $8,034 |
9.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,424 - $6,630. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,424 - $6,630 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$415 - $507 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$567 - $693 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,928 - $2,356 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,371 - $1,675 |
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 $2,274 - $2,780.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,274 - $2,780 |
3.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,577 - $1,927 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$698 - $853 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,572 - $1,922. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,572 - $1,922 |
2.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$208 - $254 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$663 - $811 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$360 - $440 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$341 - $417 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston, Texas area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $794 - $970.
| Other Events Cost |
$794 - $970 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$794 - $970 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Houston, Texas spend between $4,316 - $5,276 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston, Texas with 400 guests spend between $2,327 - $2,844 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston, Texas is $1,990 - $2,432. This makes up a portion of your (2.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,316 - $5,276 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,327 - $2,844 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,990 - $2,432 |
2.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston, Texas is estimated to be $3,209 - $3,922. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,209 - $3,922 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,209 - $3,922 |
4.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,316 - $5,275.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,316 - $5,275 |
6.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,316 - $5,275 |
6.1% |