For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $63,419 - $77,513. 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 $282. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,419 - $77,513.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,419 - $77,513 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cypress TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $494 - $604. 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 $532 - $650.
In Cypress TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,909 - $3,555. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,164 - $5,090 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$494 - $604 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$532 - $650 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,909 - $3,555 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $1,084 - $1,324. 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 |
$1,084 - $1,324 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,084 - $1,324 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $267 - $327. 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 |
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,030 - $2,481, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,407 - $1,719.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,030 - $2,481 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,407 - $1,719 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$623 - $761 |
1.0% |
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 $32,144 - $39,288, which is about 50.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,144 - $39,288 |
50.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,818 - $7,110 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,216 - $13,708 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,969 - $13,407 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,142 - $5,062 |
6.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,709 - $5,755. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,709 - $5,755 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$271 - $331 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$757 - $925 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$854 - $1,044 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,361 - $1,663 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$870 - $1,064 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,749 - $2,137.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,749 - $2,137 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$942 - $1,152 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$512 - $626 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,154 - $2,632. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,154 - $2,632 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$321 - $393 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$285 - $349 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$476 - $582 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$285 - $349 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$226 - $276 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,552 - $1,896, which is about 2.4% 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 $941 - $1,151, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,231 - $11,283 |
14.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,738 - $8,236 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,552 - $1,896 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$941 - $1,151 |
1.5% |
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 $1,035 - $1,265.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $4,197 - $5,129 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,196 - $3,906 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,197 - $5,129 |
6.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$402 - $492 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$312 - $382 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,196 - $3,906 |
5.0% |