For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $69,466 - $84,902. 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 $309. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $69,466 - $84,902.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $69,466 - $84,902 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Stafford TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $274 - $334. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
In Stafford TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,613 - $1,971. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,013 - $2,461 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$274 - $334 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$127 - $155 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,613 - $1,971 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $1,076 - $1,316. 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 |
$1,076 - $1,316 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $266 - $325. 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 |
$266 - $325 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,228 - $8,834, which is 10.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,422 - $1,738.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,893 - $4,759 which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,228 - $8,834 |
10.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,422 - $1,738 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$630 - $770 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,893 - $4,759 |
5.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,283 - $1,568 |
1.8% |
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 $32,571 - $39,809, which is about 46.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,571 - $39,809 |
46.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,864 - $7,168 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,308 - $13,820 |
16.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,224 - $13,718 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,175 - $5,103 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,614 - $5,640. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,614 - $5,640 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$578 - $706 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$263 - $321 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$712 - $870 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,352 - $1,652 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$864 - $1,056 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,678 - $2,050.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,678 - $2,050 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$950 - $1,162 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$482 - $589 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,602 - $1,958. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,602 - $1,958 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$302 - $370 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$449 - $549 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$293 - $359 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $917 - $1,121, which is about 1.3% 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 $557 - $681, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,128 - $7,490 |
8.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,981 - $4,865 |
5.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$262 - $320 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$917 - $1,121 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$557 - $681 |
0.8% |
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 $1,047 - $1,279.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,047 - $1,279 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,047 - $1,279 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $7,865 - $9,613 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,878 - $4,740 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,948 - $3,604. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,865 - $9,613 |
11.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$336 - $410 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$417 - $509 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,878 - $4,740 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,948 - $3,604 |
4.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $2,207 - $2,697. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,207 - $2,697 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,207 - $2,697 |
3.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $515 - $629.
| Transportation Cost |
$515 - $629 |
0.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$515 - $629 |
0.7% |