For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $59,771 - $73,053. 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 $266. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,771 - $73,053.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,771 - $73,053 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Humble TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $367 - $449. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $390 - $476.
In Humble TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,205 - $2,695. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,127 - $3,821 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$367 - $449 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$165 - $201 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$390 - $476 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,205 - $2,695 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $1,013 - $1,239. 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 |
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,013 - $1,239 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $247 - $301. 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 |
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,676 - $2,048, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,171 - $1,431.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,676 - $2,048 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,171 - $1,431 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$505 - $617 |
0.8% |
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 $28,490 - $34,822, which is about 47.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,490 - $34,822 |
47.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,248 - $6,414 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,208 - $12,476 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,314 - $11,384 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,721 - $4,547 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,586 - $5,606. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,586 - $5,606 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$570 - $696 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$682 - $834 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$734 - $898 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,450 - $1,772 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$896 - $1,096 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,537 - $1,879.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,537 - $1,879 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$852 - $1,042 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$434 - $530 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,496 - $1,828. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,496 - $1,828 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$401 - $491 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,473 - $1,801, 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 $877 - $1,071, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,454 - $9,110 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,104 - $6,238 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,473 - $1,801 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$877 - $1,071 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $897 - $1,097.
| Other Events Cost |
$897 - $1,097 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$897 - $1,097 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,041 - $3,717 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $2,651 - $3,240 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,041 - $3,717 |
5.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$391 - $477 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,651 - $3,240 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $3,897 - $4,763. This service accounts for 6.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,897 - $4,763 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,897 - $4,763 |
6.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,644 - $2,010.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,644 - $2,010 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,644 - $2,010 |
2.8% |