For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $76,200 - $93,134. 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 $339. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $76,200 - $93,134.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $76,200 - $93,134 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 $589 - $719. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,475 - $4,247. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,064 - $4,967 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$589 - $719 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,475 - $4,247 |
4.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $1,074 - $1,312. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,074 - $1,312 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,074 - $1,312 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $275 - $337. 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 |
$275 - $337 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,114 - $7,472, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,463 - $1,788.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $4,003 - $4,893 which is 5.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,114 - $7,472 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,463 - $1,788 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$648 - $792 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,003 - $4,893 |
5.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $36,164 - $44,200, which is about 47.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$36,164 - $44,200 |
47.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,984 - $7,314 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,538 - $14,102 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,381 - $17,577 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,261 - $5,207 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,668 - $5,706. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,668 - $5,706 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$576 - $704 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$262 - $320 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$777 - $949 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$843 - $1,031 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,348 - $1,648 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$862 - $1,054 |
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 $1,809 - $2,211.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,809 - $2,211 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$181 - $221 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$969 - $1,185 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$525 - $641 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,233 - $2,729. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,233 - $2,729 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$329 - $403 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$153 - $187 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$490 - $598 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$195 - $239 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$320 - $392 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$291 - $355 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$222 - $272 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$232 - $284 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,939 - $2,369, which is about 2.5% 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 $1,176 - $1,438, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,533 - $14,095 |
15.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,418 - $10,288 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,939 - $2,369 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,176 - $1,438 |
1.5% |
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% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,076 - $1,315.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,076 - $1,315 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,076 - $1,315 |
1.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,752 - $4,586 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,323 - $4,061 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,752 - $4,586 |
4.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$429 - $525 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,323 - $4,061 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $2,269 - $2,773. This service accounts for 3.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,269 - $2,773 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,269 - $2,773 |
3.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $515 - $629.
| Transportation Cost |
$515 - $629 |
0.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$515 - $629 |
0.7% |