For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $93,047 - $113,724. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Houston TX is approximately $258. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $93,047 - $113,724.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $93,047 - $113,724 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cypress TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $470 - $574. 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 $506 - $618.
In Cypress TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,767 - $3,381. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,960 - $4,840 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$470 - $574 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$506 - $618 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,767 - $3,381 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $2,037 - $2,489. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Houston TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,037 - $2,489 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,037 - $2,489 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $265 - $323. 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 |
$265 - $323 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,906 - $2,330, which is 2.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,321 - $1,615.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,906 - $2,330 |
2.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,321 - $1,615 |
1.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$585 - $715 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $52,909 - $64,667, which is about 56.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$52,909 - $64,667 |
56.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,277 - $13,783 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,743 - $26,575 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,860 - $14,496 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,029 - $9,813 |
8.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,294 - $8,914. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,294 - $8,914 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$590 - $721 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$268 - $328 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,430 - $1,748 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$814 - $994 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,557 - $3,125 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,635 - $1,999 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,090 - $3,776.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,090 - $3,776 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,827 - $2,233 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$968 - $1,184 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,634 - $4,442. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,634 - $4,442 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$607 - $741 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$282 - $344 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$899 - $1,099 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$473 - $579 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$538 - $658 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$409 - $499 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$427 - $521 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,452 - $1,774, which is about 1.6% 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 $881 - $1,077, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,636 - $10,556 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,304 - $7,704 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,452 - $1,774 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$881 - $1,077 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $972 - $1,188.
| Other Events Cost |
$972 - $1,188 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$972 - $1,188 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $7,688 - $9,396 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $3,649 - $4,459 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,774 - $3,390. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,688 - $9,396 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$402 - $492 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$863 - $1,055 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,649 - $4,459 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,774 - $3,390 |
3.0% |