For a wedding with 400 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $75,004 - $91,672. 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 $208. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $75,004 - $91,672.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $75,004 - $91,672 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 $314 - $384. 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 $338 - $414.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,854 - $2,266. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,652 - $3,242 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $414 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,854 - $2,266 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Houston TX is $1,963 - $2,399. 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 |
$1,963 - $2,399 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,963 - $2,399 |
2.6% |
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 $1,298 - $1,586, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,298 - $1,586.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,298 - $1,586 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,298 - $1,586 |
1.7% |
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 TX, you should budget approximately $51,618 - $63,088, which is about 68.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$51,618 - $63,088 |
68.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,167 - $13,649 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$21,532 - $26,316 |
28.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,968 - $13,406 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,951 - $9,717 |
10.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,414 - $2,950. This accounts for roughly 3.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,414 - $2,950 |
3.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$576 - $704 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$262 - $320 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,576 - $1,926 |
2.1% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,073 - $2,533.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,073 - $2,533 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,809 - $2,211 |
2.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,348 - $4,092. This is approximately 4.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,348 - $4,092 |
4.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$551 - $673 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$257 - $315 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$819 - $1,001 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$472 - $576 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$489 - $597 |
0.7% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$371 - $453 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$390 - $476 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,043 - $1,275, which is about 1.4% 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 $632 - $772, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,675 - $2,047 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,043 - $1,275 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$632 - $772 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $955 - $1,167.
| Other Events Cost |
$955 - $1,167 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$955 - $1,167 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $6,331 - $7,737 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 400 guests spend between $3,596 - $4,396 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,734 - $3,342. This makes up a portion of your (3.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,331 - $7,737 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,596 - $4,396 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,734 - $3,342 |
3.6% |