For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $25,619 - $31,312. 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 $749. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,619 - $31,312.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,619 - $31,312 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $348 - $426. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $376 - $460.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,055 - $2,511. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,941 - $3,595 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$348 - $426 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$162 - $198 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$376 - $460 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,055 - $2,511 |
8.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston TX is $116 - $142. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $252 - $308. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$252 - $308 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,571 - $1,920, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,088 - $1,330.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,571 - $1,920 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,088 - $1,330 |
4.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$482 - $590 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $4,784 - $5,848, which is about 18.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,784 - $5,848 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$567 - $693 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,722 - $3,326 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$403 - $493 |
1.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,891 - $2,311. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,891 - $2,311 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$568 - $694 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$258 - $316 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$707 - $864 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$171 - $209 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $426 - $520.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$426 - $520 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$53 - $65 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $193 - $235. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$193 - $235 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$30 - $36 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,029 - $1,257, which is about 4.0% 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 $624 - $762, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,116 - $7,476 |
23.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,464 - $5,456 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,029 - $1,257 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$624 - $762 |
2.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $800 - $978.
| Other Events Cost |
$800 - $978 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$800 - $978 |
3.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,873 - $7,178 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 38 guests spend between $3,119 - $3,812 on wedding photography, which is about 12.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,371 - $2,897. This makes up a portion of your (9.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,873 - $7,178 |
22.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,119 - $3,812 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,371 - $2,897 |
9.3% |