For a wedding with 250 guests in the dallas, tx, the estimated total cost is around $46,337 - $56,634. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in dallas, tx is approximately $206. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,337 - $56,634.
The average wedding cost in dallas, tx is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,337 - $56,634 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Columbia MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $216 - $264. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $229 - $279.
In Columbia MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,292 - $1,580. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,833 - $2,241 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,292 - $1,580 |
2.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in dallas, tx is $956 - $1,168. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the dallas, tx area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$956 - $1,168 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$956 - $1,168 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in dallas, tx is $212 - $259. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,356 - $1,658, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the dallas, tx area is $948 - $1,158.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,356 - $1,658 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$948 - $1,158 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$409 - $499 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in dallas, tx, you should budget approximately $26,858 - $32,826, which is about 58.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,858 - $32,826 |
58.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,234 - $6,397 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,181 - $12,443 |
22.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,732 - $9,450 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,712 - $4,536 |
8.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,783 - $4,623. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,783 - $4,623 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$430 - $526 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$658 - $804 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$548 - $670 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,207 - $1,475 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$748 - $914 |
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 $1,479 - $1,807.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,479 - $1,807 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$419 - $513 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,464 - $1,790. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,464 - $1,790 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$388 - $474 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $767 - $937, which is about 1.7% 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 $456 - $558, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,595 - $5,617 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,372 - $4,122 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$767 - $937 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$456 - $558 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the dallas, tx area is $231 - $283. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $726 - $888.
| Other Events Cost |
$726 - $888 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$726 - $888 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$373 - $455 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$373 - $455 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in dallas, tx spend between $2,471 - $3,020 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in dallas, tx with 250 guests spend between $2,146 - $2,622 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,471 - $3,020 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$325 - $397 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,146 - $2,622 |
4.6% |