For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $55,488 - $67,818. 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 $247. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $55,488 - $67,818.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $55,488 - $67,818 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Carrollton TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $316 - $386. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
In Carrollton TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,859 - $2,272. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,660 - $3,251 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dallas TX is $894 - $1,092. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$894 - $1,092 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$894 - $1,092 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dallas TX is $247 - $301. 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 |
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,715 - $2,097, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas TX area is $1,188 - $1,452.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,715 - $2,097 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,188 - $1,452 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$527 - $645 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Dallas TX, you should budget approximately $28,122 - $34,372, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,122 - $34,372 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,102 - $6,236 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,836 - $12,022 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,552 - $11,674 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,632 - $4,440 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,228 - $5,168. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,228 - $5,168 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$480 - $586 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$605 - $739 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$812 - $992 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,290 - $1,576 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,238 - $1,513.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,238 - $1,513 |
2.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$828 - $1,012 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$410 - $501 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,537 - $1,879. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,537 - $1,879 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$228 - $278 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,078 - $1,318, which is about 1.9% 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 $655 - $801, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,416 - $7,842 |
11.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,683 - $5,723 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,078 - $1,318 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$655 - $801 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dallas TX area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $875 - $1,069.
| Other Events Cost |
$875 - $1,069 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$875 - $1,069 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Dallas TX spend between $3,080 - $3,764 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $2,702 - $3,302 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,080 - $3,764 |
5.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$378 - $462 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,702 - $3,302 |
4.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Dallas TX is estimated to be $3,815 - $4,663. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,815 - $4,663 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,815 - $4,663 |
6.9% |