For a wedding with 400 guests in the HOUSTON TX, the estimated total cost is around $96,270 - $117,664. 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 $267. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $96,270 - $117,664.
The average wedding cost in HOUSTON TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $96,270 - $117,664 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $359 - $439. 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 $386 - $472.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,139 - $2,615. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,047 - $3,724 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$359 - $439 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$386 - $472 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,139 - $2,615 |
2.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in HOUSTON TX is $1,961 - $2,397. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,961 - $2,397 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,961 - $2,397 |
2.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in HOUSTON TX is $268 - $328. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$268 - $328 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,184 - $6,336, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the HOUSTON TX area is $1,360 - $1,662.
For a live band, couples in HOUSTON TX typically budget around $3,824 - $4,674 which is 4.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,184 - $6,336 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,360 - $1,662 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,824 - $4,674 |
4.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in HOUSTON TX, you should budget approximately $55,862 - $68,276, which is about 58.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$55,862 - $68,276 |
58.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,972 - $13,410 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,307 - $26,041 |
22.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$15,846 - $19,368 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,737 - $9,457 |
8.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,133 - $8,718. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,133 - $8,718 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$613 - $749 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $336 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$843 - $1,031 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,480 - $3,032 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,583 - $1,935 |
1.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,916 - $3,564.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,916 - $3,564 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$150 - $184 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,769 - $2,162 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$887 - $1,084 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,777 - $3,394. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,777 - $3,394 |
2.9% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$478 - $584 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$248 - $304 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$824 - $1,008 |
0.9% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$482 - $589 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$365 - $446 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$380 - $464 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,148 - $1,404, which is about 1.2% 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 $691 - $845, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,109 - $8,689 |
7.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$254 - $310 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,016 - $6,130 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,148 - $1,404 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$691 - $845 |
0.7% |
Officiant
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $986 - $1,206.
| Other Events Cost |
$986 - $1,206 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$986 - $1,206 |
1.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in HOUSTON TX spend between $3,509 - $4,289 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in HOUSTON TX with 400 guests spend between $3,139 - $3,837 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,509 - $4,289 |
3.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,139 - $3,837 |
3.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in HOUSTON TX is estimated to be $4,346 - $5,312. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,346 - $5,312 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,346 - $5,312 |
4.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $516 - $630.
| Transportation Cost |
$516 - $630 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$516 - $630 |
0.5% |