For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $60,259 - $73,649. 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 $268. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,259 - $73,649.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,259 - $73,649 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 $443 - $541. 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 $478 - $584.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,609 - $3,189. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,735 - $4,565 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$443 - $541 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$478 - $584 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,609 - $3,189 |
4.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $266 - $325. 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 |
$266 - $325 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,066 - $3,748, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,308 - $1,598.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,066 - $3,748 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,308 - $1,598 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$580 - $708 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
2.0% |
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 $30,052 - $36,730, which is about 49.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,052 - $36,730 |
49.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,522 - $6,750 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,648 - $13,014 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,950 - $12,162 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,931 - $4,805 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,810 - $5,878. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,810 - $5,878 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$271 - $331 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$719 - $879 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$811 - $991 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,472 - $1,799 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$941 - $1,151 |
1.6% |
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 - $2,042.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,670 - $2,042 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$895 - $1,093 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$486 - $594 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,784 - $2,180. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,784 - $2,180 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$305 - $373 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$142 - $174 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$453 - $553 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,365 - $1,669, which is about 2.3% 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 $828 - $1,012, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,193 - $2,681 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,365 - $1,669 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.4% |
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 $962 - $1,176.
| Other Events Cost |
$962 - $1,176 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$962 - $1,176 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $6,354 - $7,766 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $2,971 - $3,631 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,259 - $2,761. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,354 - $7,766 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$395 - $483 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$417 - $509 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$312 - $382 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,971 - $3,631 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,259 - $2,761 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $4,196 - $5,128. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,196 - $5,128 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,196 - $5,128 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $515 - $629.
| Transportation Cost |
$515 - $629 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$515 - $629 |
0.9% |