For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $81,681 - $99,833. 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 $227. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $81,681 - $99,833.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $81,681 - $99,833 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 $189 - $231. This represents about 0.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $204 - $250.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,118 - $1,366. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,599 - $1,955 |
2.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$189 - $231 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$88 - $108 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,118 - $1,366 |
1.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $1,939 - $2,369. 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 |
$1,939 - $2,369 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,939 - $2,369 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $248 - $303. 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 |
$248 - $303 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,708 - $2,088, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,184 - $1,447.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,708 - $2,088 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,184 - $1,447 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$525 - $641 |
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 $53,409 - $65,277, which is about 65.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,409 - $65,277 |
65.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,623 - $12,983 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,480 - $25,032 |
25.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,743 - $18,019 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,563 - $9,243 |
9.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,661 - $4,475. This accounts for roughly 4.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,661 - $4,475 |
4.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$558 - $682 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,293 - $1,581 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,556 - $1,902 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,824 - $3,452.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,824 - $3,452 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,721 - $2,103 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$875 - $1,069 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,916 - $4,786. This is approximately 4.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,916 - $4,786 |
4.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$549 - $671 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$257 - $315 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$815 - $997 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$519 - $635 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$533 - $651 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$486 - $594 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$372 - $454 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$384 - $470 |
0.5% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $871 - $1,065.
| Other Events Cost |
$871 - $1,065 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$871 - $1,065 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,281 - $6,455 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $2,690 - $3,288 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,045 - $2,499. This makes up a portion of your (2.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,281 - $6,455 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$546 - $668 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,690 - $3,288 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,045 - $2,499 |
2.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,837 - $2,245. This service accounts for 2.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,837 - $2,245 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,837 - $2,245 |
2.2% |
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 |
4.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,732 - $4,562 |
4.6% |