For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $62,000 - $75,778. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dallas TX is approximately $276. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,000 - $75,778.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,000 - $75,778 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $238 - $290. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $253 - $309.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,427 - $1,745. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,024 - $2,474 |
3.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$238 - $290 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,427 - $1,745 |
2.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dallas TX is $1,154 - $1,410. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,154 - $1,410 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,154 - $1,410 |
1.9% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,095 - $2,561, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas TX area is $1,458 - $1,782.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,095 - $2,561 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,458 - $1,782 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$637 - $779 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
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 $37,426 - $45,742, which is about 60.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$37,426 - $45,742 |
60.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,142 - $7,506 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,955 - $14,611 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,992 - $18,324 |
24.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,337 - $5,301 |
7.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,886 - $5,972. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,886 - $5,972 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$635 - $777 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$885 - $1,081 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,447 - $1,769 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$914 - $1,117 |
1.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,599 - $1,955. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,599 - $1,955 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$427 - $521 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $249 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$230 - $282 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $821 - $1,003, 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 $488 - $596, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,919 - $6,013 |
7.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,611 - $4,413 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$821 - $1,003 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$488 - $596 |
0.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dallas TX spend between $3,671 - $4,487 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $3,341 - $4,083 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,671 - $4,487 |
5.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,341 - $4,083 |
5.4% |