For a wedding with 400 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $94,471 - $115,465. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $262. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $94,471 - $115,465.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $94,471 - $115,465 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Plano TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $378 - $462. 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 $408 - $498.
In Plano TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,228 - $2,724. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,189 - $3,897 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$378 - $462 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$175 - $213 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$408 - $498 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,228 - $2,724 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Plano TX is $1,904 - $2,328. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Plano TX area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,904 - $2,328 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,904 - $2,328 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Plano TX is $280 - $342. 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 |
$280 - $342 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $149 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,061 - $6,185, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Plano TX area is $1,210 - $1,478.
For a live band, couples in Plano TX typically budget around $3,314 - $4,050 which is 3.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,061 - $6,185 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,210 - $1,478 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$537 - $657 |
0.6% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,314 - $4,050 |
3.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Plano TX, you should budget approximately $48,380 - $59,132, which is about 51.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$48,380 - $59,132 |
51.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,656 - $13,024 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,544 - $25,110 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,593 - $11,725 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,587 - $9,273 |
8.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,005 - $8,561. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,005 - $8,561 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$600 - $734 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$273 - $333 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,300 - $1,588 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$743 - $908 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,390 - $2,922 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,699 - $2,077 |
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 $2,894 - $3,537.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,894 - $3,537 |
3.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$165 - $201 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,729 - $2,113 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$878 - $1,073 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,880 - $4,742. This is approximately 4.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,880 - $4,742 |
4.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$551 - $673 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$257 - $314 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$817 - $999 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$473 - $578 |
0.5% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$537 - $657 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$486 - $594 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$372 - $454 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$388 - $474 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,180 - $1,442, which is about 1.2% 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 $716 - $875, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,877 - $9,627 |
8.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$264 - $322 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$263 - $321 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,119 - $6,257 |
5.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$336 - $410 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$716 - $875 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Plano TX 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 $891 - $1,089.
| Other Events Cost |
$891 - $1,089 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$891 - $1,089 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Plano TX spend between $6,843 - $8,363 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Plano TX with 400 guests spend between $3,428 - $4,190 on wedding photography, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Plano TX is $2,605 - $3,183. This makes up a portion of your (2.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,843 - $8,363 |
7.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$391 - $477 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $513 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,428 - $4,190 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,605 - $3,183 |
2.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Plano TX is estimated to be $1,878 - $2,296. This service accounts for 2.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,878 - $2,296 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,878 - $2,296 |
2.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,729 - $4,557.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,729 - $4,557 |
3.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,729 - $4,557 |
3.9% |