For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $37,689 - $46,065. 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 $168. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,689 - $46,065.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,689 - $46,065 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dallas TX is $991 - $1,211. 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 |
$991 - $1,211 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$991 - $1,211 |
2.6% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,912 - $2,336, which is 5.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas TX area is $1,324 - $1,618.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,912 - $2,336 |
5.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$588 - $718 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Dallas TX, you should budget approximately $24,854 - $30,378, which is about 65.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,854 - $30,378 |
65.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,602 - $12,958 |
28.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,337 - $12,635 |
27.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,915 - $4,785 |
10.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,230 - $2,726. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,230 - $2,726 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$662 - $809 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$774 - $946 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$795 - $971 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $892 - $1,090.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$892 - $1,090 |
2.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$892 - $1,090 |
2.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $320 - $392. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$320 - $392 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Richardson TX spend between $6,490 - $7,932 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $3,687 - $4,507 on wedding photography, which is about 9.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dallas TX is $2,803 - $3,425. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,490 - $7,932 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,687 - $4,507 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,803 - $3,425 |
7.4% |