For a wedding with 250 guests in the Austin TX, the estimated total cost is around $60,161 - $73,531. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Austin TX is approximately $267. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $60,161 - $73,531.
The average wedding cost in Austin TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $60,161 - $73,531 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $482 - $589. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $518 - $634.
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,870 - $3,508. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,088 - $4,996 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$482 - $589 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$518 - $634 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,870 - $3,508 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Austin TX is $946 - $1,156. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Austin TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$946 - $1,156 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$946 - $1,156 |
1.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Austin TX is $273 - $333. 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 |
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,713 - $2,093, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Austin TX area is $1,187 - $1,451.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,713 - $2,093 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,187 - $1,451 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$526 - $642 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Austin TX, you should budget approximately $26,501 - $32,390, which is about 44.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,501 - $32,390 |
44.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,033 - $6,151 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,770 - $11,942 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,150 - $9,961 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,548 - $4,336 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,407 - $5,387. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,407 - $5,387 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$613 - $749 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$274 - $334 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$751 - $917 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$764 - $934 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,643 - $2,008.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,643 - $2,008 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$170 - $208 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$811 - $991 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$536 - $656 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,934 - $2,364. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,934 - $2,364 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$327 - $399 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$151 - $185 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$500 - $611 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$221 - $271 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,455 - $1,779, which is about 2.4% 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 $876 - $1,070, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,689 - $10,619 |
14.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,358 - $7,770 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,455 - $1,779 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Austin TX area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $862 - $1,054.
| Other Events Cost |
$862 - $1,054 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$862 - $1,054 |
1.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$398 - $486 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Austin TX spend between $3,159 - $3,861 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Austin TX with 250 guests spend between $2,741 - $3,351 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,159 - $3,861 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$418 - $510 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,741 - $3,351 |
4.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Austin TX is estimated to be $3,796 - $4,640. This service accounts for 6.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,796 - $4,640 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,796 - $4,640 |
6.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,506 - $1,840.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,506 - $1,840 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,506 - $1,840 |
2.5% |