For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $70,531 - $86,205. 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 $313. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $70,531 - $86,205.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $70,531 - $86,205 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Plano TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $406 - $496. 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 $437 - $534.
In Plano TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,390 - $2,921. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,419 - $4,179 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$406 - $496 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$187 - $229 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$437 - $534 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,390 - $2,921 |
3.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Dallas TX is $1,000 - $1,222. 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 |
$1,000 - $1,222 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dallas TX is $278 - $340. 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 |
$278 - $340 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,208 - $3,920, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas TX area is $1,367 - $1,671.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,208 - $3,920 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,367 - $1,671 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$607 - $741 |
0.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,234 - $1,508 |
1.7% |
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 $33,811 - $41,325, which is about 47.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,811 - $41,325 |
47.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,625 - $6,875 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,844 - $13,254 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,338 - $16,302 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,004 - $4,894 |
5.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,353 - $5,321. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,353 - $5,321 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$567 - $693 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$687 - $839 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$784 - $958 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$803 - $981 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $628 - $768.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$628 - $768 |
0.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$165 - $201 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$464 - $567 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,252 - $2,752. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,252 - $2,752 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$291 - $355 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$431 - $527 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$284 - $347 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,364 - $1,667, which is about 1.9% 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 $827 - $1,011, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,411 - $10,280 |
11.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$304 - $372 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,916 - $7,230 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$827 - $1,011 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dallas 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 $1,007 - $1,231.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,007 - $1,231 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,007 - $1,231 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Dallas TX spend between $6,595 - $8,061 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $3,109 - $3,799 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dallas TX is $2,363 - $2,888. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,595 - $8,061 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$391 - $477 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $513 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$314 - $384 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,109 - $3,799 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Dallas TX is estimated to be $4,389 - $5,365. This service accounts for 6.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,389 - $5,365 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,389 - $5,365 |
6.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $518 - $634.
| Transportation Cost |
$518 - $634 |
0.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$518 - $634 |
0.7% |