For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $46,347 - $56,647. 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 $46,347 - $56,647.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,347 - $56,647 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $241 - $295. 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 $322 - $394.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,772 - $2,166. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,435 - $2,976 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$241 - $295 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$322 - $394 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,772 - $2,166 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dallas TX is $778 - $950. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$778 - $950 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$778 - $950 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dallas TX is $174 - $212. 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 |
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $882 - $1,078, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas TX area is $882 - $1,078.
| Entertainment Cost |
$882 - $1,078 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$882 - $1,078 |
1.9% |
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 $24,408 - $29,832, which is about 52.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,408 - $29,832 |
52.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,752 - $4,586 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,285 - $8,903 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,547 - $12,891 |
22.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,824 - $3,452 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,103 - $3,793. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,103 - $3,793 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $644 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$629 - $769 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$715 - $873 |
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 $1,323 - $1,617.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,323 - $1,617 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$678 - $828 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$472 - $576 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,354 - $1,654. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,354 - $1,654 |
2.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$447 - $547 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$219 - $267 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$317 - $387 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$231 - $283 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $801 - $979, 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 HIM) is estimated at $482 - $589, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,016 - $6,130 |
10.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$203 - $248 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,531 - $4,315 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$801 - $979 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$482 - $589 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dallas TX area is $245 - $299. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $707 - $864.
| Other Events Cost |
$707 - $864 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$707 - $864 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$430 - $526 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$430 - $526 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Dallas TX spend between $3,841 - $4,695 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $2,071 - $2,531 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dallas TX is $1,770 - $2,164. This makes up a portion of your (3.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,841 - $4,695 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,071 - $2,531 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,770 - $2,164 |
3.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Dallas TX is estimated to be $1,653 - $2,021. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,653 - $2,021 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,653 - $2,021 |
3.6% |