For a wedding with 400 guests in the Dallas, TX, the estimated total cost is around $69,170 - $84,542. 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 $192. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $69,170 - $84,542.
The average wedding cost in Dallas, TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $69,170 - $84,542 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Overland Park KS, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $327 - $399. 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 $364 - $444.
In Overland Park KS, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,999 - $2,443. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,822 - $3,450 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$327 - $399 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$364 - $444 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,999 - $2,443 |
2.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Dallas, TX is $1,688 - $2,063. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,688 - $2,063 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,688 - $2,063 |
2.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dallas, TX is $229 - $279. 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 |
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,318 - $1,610, 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 $887 - $1,085.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,318 - $1,610 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$887 - $1,085 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$430 - $526 |
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 Dallas, TX, you should budget approximately $42,035 - $51,376, which is about 60.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$42,035 - $51,376 |
60.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,418 - $10,288 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$16,347 - $19,979 |
23.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,935 - $13,365 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,335 - $7,743 |
9.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,527 - $6,755. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,527 - $6,755 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$417 - $509 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$182 - $222 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$517 - $631 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,884 - $2,302 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,337 - $1,635 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,532 - $3,094.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,532 - $3,094 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,517 - $1,855 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$730 - $892 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,001 - $3,667. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,001 - $3,667 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$520 - $636 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$694 - $848 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$373 - $455 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$488 - $596 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$354 - $432 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,042 - $1,274, which is about 1.5% 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 $627 - $767, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,262 - $7,654 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,593 - $5,613 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,042 - $1,274 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$627 - $767 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dallas, TX area is $230 - $281. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $710 - $868.
| Other Events Cost |
$710 - $868 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$710 - $868 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Dallas, TX spend between $2,416 - $2,952 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas, TX with 400 guests spend between $2,084 - $2,547 on wedding photography, which is about 3.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,416 - $2,952 |
3.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,084 - $2,547 |
3.0% |