For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $67,641 - $82,673. 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 $301. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,641 - $82,673.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,641 - $82,673 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $534 - $652. 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 $576 - $704.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,147 - $3,847. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,504 - $5,504 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$534 - $652 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$576 - $704 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,147 - $3,847 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $1,101 - $1,345. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,101 - $1,345 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,101 - $1,345 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $275 - $337. 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 |
$275 - $337 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,379 - $6,575, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,439 - $1,759.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,940 - $4,816 which is 5.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,379 - $6,575 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,439 - $1,759 |
2.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,940 - $4,816 |
5.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $32,503 - $39,725, which is about 48.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,503 - $39,725 |
48.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,916 - $7,230 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,406 - $13,940 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,969 - $13,407 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,212 - $5,148 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,802 - $5,869. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,802 - $5,869 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$612 - $748 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$279 - $341 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$774 - $946 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$871 - $1,065 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,382 - $1,689 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$884 - $1,080 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,783 - $2,179.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,783 - $2,179 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$959 - $1,172 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$524 - $640 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,907 - $2,331. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,907 - $2,331 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$329 - $402 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$488 - $596 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$290 - $354 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$230 - $282 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,679 - $2,053, which is about 2.5% 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 $1,020 - $1,246, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,993 - $12,213 |
14.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,294 - $8,914 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,679 - $2,053 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,020 - $1,246 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,059 - $1,295.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,059 - $1,295 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,059 - $1,295 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,680 - $4,498 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,271 - $3,997 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,680 - $4,498 |
5.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$410 - $501 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,271 - $3,997 |
4.8% |