For a wedding with 400 guests in the Fort worth, the estimated total cost is around $89,555 - $109,456. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fort worth is approximately $249. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $89,555 - $109,456.
The average wedding cost in Fort worth is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $89,555 - $109,456 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Godley TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $282 - $344. 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 $304 - $372.
In Godley TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,662 - $2,032. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,379 - $2,907 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$282 - $344 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$304 - $372 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,662 - $2,032 |
1.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Fort worth is $1,942 - $2,374. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fort worth area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,942 - $2,374 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,942 - $2,374 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fort worth is $278 - $340. 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 |
$278 - $340 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,026 - $6,142, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Fort worth area is $1,202 - $1,469.
For a live band, couples in Fort worth typically budget around $3,290 - $4,022 which is 3.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,026 - $6,142 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,202 - $1,469 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$534 - $652 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,290 - $4,022 |
3.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Fort worth, you should budget approximately $48,236 - $58,955, which is about 53.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$48,236 - $58,955 |
53.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,616 - $12,976 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,468 - $25,016 |
22.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,593 - $11,725 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,558 - $9,238 |
8.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,713 - $9,427. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,713 - $9,427 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$625 - $763 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$284 - $347 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,462 - $1,786 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$907 - $1,109 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,706 - $3,308 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,730 - $2,114 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,967 - $3,627.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,967 - $3,627 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,723 - $2,105 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$992 - $1,212 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,915 - $6,007. This is approximately 5.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,915 - $6,007 |
5.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$621 - $759 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$547 - $669 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$289 - $353 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$923 - $1,128 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$530 - $648 |
0.6% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$604 - $738 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$547 - $669 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$419 - $512 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$436 - $532 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $897 - $1,097, 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 $545 - $666, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,541 - $6,773 |
6.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$201 - $245 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,899 - $4,765 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$897 - $1,097 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$545 - $666 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fort worth area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $885 - $1,081.
| Other Events Cost |
$885 - $1,081 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$885 - $1,081 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Fort worth spend between $5,153 - $6,299 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fort worth with 400 guests spend between $2,732 - $3,340 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Fort worth is $2,076 - $2,538. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,153 - $6,299 |
5.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$345 - $421 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,732 - $3,340 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,076 - $2,538 |
2.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Fort worth is estimated to be $3,858 - $4,716. This service accounts for 4.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,858 - $4,716 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,858 - $4,716 |
4.3% |