For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $62,242 - $76,074. 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 $277. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,242 - $76,074.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,242 - $76,074 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fulshear TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $627 - $767. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $677 - $827.
In Fulshear TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,701 - $4,523. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,297 - $6,474 |
8.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$627 - $767 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$292 - $356 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$677 - $827 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,701 - $4,523 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $976 - $1,192. 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 |
$976 - $1,192 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$976 - $1,192 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $254 - $310. 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 |
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,678 - $2,050, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,163 - $1,421.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,678 - $2,050 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,163 - $1,421 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$515 - $629 |
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 $27,461 - $33,563, which is about 44.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,461 - $33,563 |
44.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,090 - $6,222 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,815 - $11,996 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,932 - $10,916 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,624 - $4,430 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,316 - $5,275. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,316 - $5,275 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$572 - $699 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$260 - $318 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$734 - $897 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$743 - $908 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,225 - $1,497 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$783 - $957 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,659 - $2,027.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,659 - $2,027 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$824 - $1,008 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$496 - $606 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,820 - $2,224. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,820 - $2,224 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$311 - $381 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$146 - $178 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$462 - $564 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$276 - $338 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$218 - $266 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,805 - $2,207, which is about 2.9% 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 $1,094 - $1,338, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,735 - $13,121 |
17.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,835 - $9,577 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,805 - $2,207 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,094 - $1,338 |
1.8% |
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 $856 - $1,046.
| Other Events Cost |
$856 - $1,046 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $6,537 - $7,989 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,289 - $4,019 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,500 - $3,056. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,537 - $7,989 |
10.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$462 - $564 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,289 - $4,019 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,500 - $3,056 |
4.0% |