For a wedding with 400 guests in the San Antonio TX, the estimated total cost is around $80,536 - $98,432. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in San Antonio TX is approximately $224. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,536 - $98,432.
The average wedding cost in San Antonio TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,536 - $98,432 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In San Antonio TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $297 - $363.
In San Antonio TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,625 - $1,987. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,327 - $2,844 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$297 - $363 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,625 - $1,987 |
2.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in San Antonio TX is $1,902 - $2,324. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the San Antonio TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,902 - $2,324 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,902 - $2,324 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in San Antonio TX is $240 - $294. 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 |
$240 - $294 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,722 - $2,104, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the San Antonio TX area is $1,193 - $1,458.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,722 - $2,104 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,193 - $1,458 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$529 - $647 |
0.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in San Antonio TX, you should budget approximately $50,998 - $62,330, which is about 63.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$50,998 - $62,330 |
63.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,897 - $13,319 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,007 - $25,675 |
26.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,336 - $13,856 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,757 - $9,481 |
9.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,585 - $8,049. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,585 - $8,049 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$491 - $600 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,261 - $1,541 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$697 - $851 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,387 - $2,917 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,527 - $1,867 |
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 $2,872 - $3,510.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,872 - $3,510 |
3.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$147 - $179 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,766 - $2,158 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,254 - $3,978. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,254 - $3,978 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$535 - $653 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$249 - $305 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$796 - $972 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$470 - $574 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$473 - $578 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$359 - $439 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$374 - $457 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $927 - $1,133, which is about 1.2% 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 $563 - $688, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,518 - $6,744 |
6.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,028 - $4,924 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$927 - $1,133 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$563 - $688 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the San Antonio TX area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $878 - $1,073.
| Other Events Cost |
$878 - $1,073 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$878 - $1,073 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$396 - $484 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$396 - $484 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in San Antonio TX spend between $3,596 - $4,396 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in San Antonio TX with 400 guests spend between $2,711 - $3,313 on wedding photography, which is about 3.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,596 - $4,396 |
4.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$536 - $656 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,711 - $3,313 |
3.4% |