For a wedding with 250 guests in the Austin TX, the estimated total cost is around $43,847 - $53,591. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Austin TX is approximately $195. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,847 - $53,591.
The average wedding cost in Austin TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,847 - $53,591 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $346 - $422. 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 $371 - $453.
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,032 - $2,484. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,909 - $3,555 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$346 - $422 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$371 - $453 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,032 - $2,484 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Austin TX is $921 - $1,125. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Austin TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$921 - $1,125 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Austin TX is $256 - $312. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,596 - $1,950, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Austin TX area is $1,106 - $1,352.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,596 - $1,950 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$490 - $598 |
1.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Austin TX, you should budget approximately $26,471 - $32,353, which is about 60.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,471 - $32,353 |
60.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,066 - $6,192 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,767 - $11,937 |
22.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,032 - $9,816 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,606 - $4,408 |
8.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,935 - $4,809. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,935 - $4,809 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$523 - $639 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$620 - $758 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$658 - $804 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,157 - $1,414 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$740 - $904 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,240 - $1,516.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,240 - $1,516 |
2.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$821 - $1,003 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$419 - $513 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,570 - $1,918. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,570 - $1,918 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$263 - $321 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$233 - $285 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Austin TX area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $814 - $994.
| Other Events Cost |
$814 - $994 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$814 - $994 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Austin TX spend between $3,889 - $4,753 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Austin TX with 250 guests spend between $3,092 - $3,779 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,889 - $4,753 |
8.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$387 - $473 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,092 - $3,779 |
7.1% |