For a wedding with 250 guests in the Dallas TX, the estimated total cost is around $62,269 - $76,107. 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 $277. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $62,269 - $76,107.
The average wedding cost in Dallas TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $62,269 - $76,107 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $196 - $240. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $212 - $259.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,155 - $1,411. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,653 - $2,021 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,155 - $1,411 |
1.9% |
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 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dallas TX is $262 - $320. 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 |
$262 - $320 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,172 - $6,322, which is 8.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dallas TX area is $1,237 - $1,511.
For a live band, couples in Dallas TX typically budget around $3,387 - $4,139 which is 5.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,172 - $6,322 |
8.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$549 - $671 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,387 - $4,139 |
5.4% |
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 $31,777 - $38,839, which is about 51.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,777 - $38,839 |
51.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,243 - $6,409 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,108 - $12,354 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,693 - $15,513 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,733 - $4,563 |
6.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,393 - $5,369. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,393 - $5,369 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$593 - $725 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$269 - $329 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$689 - $842 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$784 - $958 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$803 - $981 |
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 $1,544 - $1,887.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,544 - $1,887 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$131 - $161 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$464 - $568 |
0.7% |
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
|
$293 - $358 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$136 - $166 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$434 - $530 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $648 - $792, which is about 1.0% 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 $393 - $481, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,329 - $5,291 |
7.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,813 - $3,439 |
4.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$648 - $792 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$393 - $481 |
0.6% |
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 $911 - $1,113.
| Other Events Cost |
$911 - $1,113 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$911 - $1,113 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Dallas TX spend between $5,261 - $6,430 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dallas TX with 250 guests spend between $2,812 - $3,436 on wedding photography, which is about 4.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dallas TX is $2,137 - $2,611. This makes up a portion of your (3.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,261 - $6,430 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$312 - $382 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,812 - $3,436 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,137 - $2,611 |
3.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Dallas TX is estimated to be $1,919 - $2,345. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,919 - $2,345 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,919 - $2,345 |
3.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,568 - $1,916.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,568 - $1,916 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,568 - $1,916 |
2.5% |