For a wedding with 400 guests in the Austin TX, the estimated total cost is around $81,890 - $100,088. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Austin TX is approximately $227. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $81,890 - $100,088.
The average wedding cost in Austin TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $81,890 - $100,088 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Menlo Park CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $560 - $684. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $625 - $763.
In Menlo Park CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,427 - $4,189. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,841 - $5,917 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$560 - $684 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$230 - $281 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$625 - $763 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,427 - $4,189 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Austin TX is $1,855 - $2,267. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Austin TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,855 - $2,267 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,855 - $2,267 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Austin TX is $231 - $283. 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 |
$231 - $283 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,533 - $1,873, which is 1.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Austin TX area is $1,031 - $1,261.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,533 - $1,873 |
1.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,031 - $1,261 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$501 - $613 |
0.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Austin TX, you should budget approximately $44,571 - $54,475, which is about 54.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$44,571 - $54,475 |
54.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,188 - $11,230 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$17,841 - $21,805 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,629 - $12,991 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,913 - $8,449 |
8.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,436 - $7,866. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,436 - $7,866 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $535 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$189 - $231 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,668 - $2,038 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$602 - $736 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,068 - $2,528 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,472 - $1,799 |
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 $3,047 - $3,725.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,047 - $3,725 |
3.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$239 - $293 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,659 - $2,027 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,019 - $1,245 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,137 - $5,057. This is approximately 5.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,137 - $5,057 |
5.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$730 - $892 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$300 - $366 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$969 - $1,185 |
1.2% |
|
Postage
|
$461 - $563 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$684 - $836 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$493 - $603 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$500 - $612 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,801 - $2,201, which is about 2.2% 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 $1,082 - $1,322, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,812 - $13,214 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,929 - $9,691 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,801 - $2,201 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,082 - $1,322 |
1.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Austin TX area is $237 - $289. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$237 - $289 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$237 - $289 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $827 - $1,011.
| Other Events Cost |
$827 - $1,011 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$827 - $1,011 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$418 - $510 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$418 - $510 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Austin TX spend between $2,946 - $3,600 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Austin TX with 400 guests spend between $2,515 - $3,073 on wedding photography, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,946 - $3,600 |
3.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$431 - $527 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,515 - $3,073 |
3.1% |