For a wedding with 250 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $46,001 - $56,223. 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 $204. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,001 - $56,223.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,001 - $56,223 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 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $338 - $413.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,850 - $2,261. This represents about 4.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,647 - $3,235 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $413 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,850 - $2,261 |
4.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Houston TX is $997 - $1,219. 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 |
$997 - $1,219 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,270 - $1,552, which is 2.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,270 - $1,552.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,270 - $1,552 |
2.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,270 - $1,552 |
2.8% |
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 $29,094 - $35,560, which is about 63.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,094 - $35,560 |
63.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,410 - $6,612 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,431 - $12,749 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,401 - $11,491 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,852 - $4,708 |
8.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $800 - $978. This accounts for roughly 1.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$800 - $978 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$800 - $978 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $989 - $1,209.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$989 - $1,209 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$877 - $1,071 |
1.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,673 - $2,045. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,673 - $2,045 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$419 - $512 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,022 - $1,249, 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 $619 - $757, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,641 - $2,005 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,022 - $1,249 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$619 - $757 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $6,217 - $7,599 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 250 guests spend between $3,533 - $4,318 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,685 - $3,281. This makes up a portion of your (5.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,217 - $7,599 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,533 - $4,318 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,685 - $3,281 |
5.8% |