For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston, the estimated total cost is around $80,352 - $98,208. 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 is approximately $223. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,352 - $98,208.
The average wedding cost in Houston is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,352 - $98,208 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $345 - $421. 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 $372 - $454.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,031 - $2,483. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,907 - $3,553 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$345 - $421 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$159 - $195 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$372 - $454 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,031 - $2,483 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston is $1,807 - $2,209. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Houston area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,807 - $2,209 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,807 - $2,209 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston is $274 - $334. 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 |
$274 - $334 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,703 - $2,081, which is 2.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston area is $1,180 - $1,442.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,703 - $2,081 |
2.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$523 - $639 |
0.7% |
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, you should budget approximately $51,799 - $63,309, which is about 64.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$51,799 - $63,309 |
64.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,602 - $12,958 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,441 - $24,983 |
25.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,208 - $16,144 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,547 - $9,225 |
9.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,376 - $7,792. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,376 - $7,792 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$530 - $648 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,218 - $1,488 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$667 - $815 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,269 - $2,773 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,451 - $1,773 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,831 - $3,460.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,831 - $3,460 |
3.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$123 - $151 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,718 - $2,100 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$823 - $1,005 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,164 - $3,867. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,164 - $3,867 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$517 - $631 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$241 - $295 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$767 - $937 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$472 - $576 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$457 - $559 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$347 - $425 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$363 - $443 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,191 - $1,455, which is about 1.5% 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 $722 - $882, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,518 - $3,078 |
3.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$266 - $326 |
0.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$339 - $415 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,191 - $1,455 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$722 - $882 |
0.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $868 - $1,060.
| Other Events Cost |
$868 - $1,060 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$868 - $1,060 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Houston spend between $3,622 - $4,426 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston with 400 guests spend between $2,680 - $3,276 on wedding photography, which is about 3.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,622 - $4,426 |
4.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$395 - $483 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$546 - $668 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,680 - $3,276 |
3.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston is estimated to be $1,830 - $2,236. This service accounts for 2.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,830 - $2,236 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
2.3% |