For a wedding with 250 guests in the Austin TX, the estimated total cost is around $61,213 - $74,815. 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 $272. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,213 - $74,815.
The average wedding cost in Austin TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,213 - $74,815 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $410 - $502. 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 $441 - $539.
In Austin TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,413 - $2,949. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,454 - $4,222 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$441 - $539 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,413 - $2,949 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Austin TX is $1,025 - $1,253. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,025 - $1,253 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Austin TX is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,881 - $2,299, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Austin TX area is $1,303 - $1,593.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,881 - $2,299 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,303 - $1,593 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$578 - $706 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Austin TX, you should budget approximately $31,216 - $38,152, which is about 51.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$31,216 - $38,152 |
51.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,684 - $6,948 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,959 - $13,395 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,526 - $12,865 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,046 - $4,946 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,429 - $5,413. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,429 - $5,413 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$519 - $635 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$704 - $860 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$760 - $928 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,288 - $1,574 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$923 - $1,128 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,680 - $2,054.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,680 - $2,054 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$921 - $1,125 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$476 - $582 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,753 - $2,143. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,753 - $2,143 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$298 - $364 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$139 - $169 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$445 - $543 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$202 - $246 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Austin TX area is $248 - $304. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$248 - $304 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $959 - $1,173.
| Other Events Cost |
$959 - $1,173 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$959 - $1,173 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Austin TX spend between $8,151 - $9,963 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Austin TX with 250 guests spend between $3,539 - $4,325 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Austin TX is $2,689 - $3,287. This makes up a portion of your (4.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,151 - $9,963 |
13.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$387 - $473 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$307 - $375 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$537 - $657 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,539 - $4,325 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,689 - $3,287 |
4.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Austin TX is estimated to be $4,181 - $5,111. This service accounts for 6.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,181 - $5,111 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,181 - $5,111 |
6.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,588 - $1,940.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,588 - $1,940 |
2.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,588 - $1,940 |
2.6% |