For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $26,222 - $32,050. 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 $767. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,222 - $32,050.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,222 - $32,050 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $342 - $418. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $368 - $450.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,039 - $2,492. This represents about 7.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,903 - $3,549 |
11.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$342 - $418 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$368 - $450 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,039 - $2,492 |
7.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston TX is $113 - $138. 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 |
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $254 - $310. 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 |
$254 - $310 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,634 - $1,997, which is 6.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,132 - $1,384.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,634 - $1,997 |
6.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,132 - $1,384 |
4.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$501 - $613 |
1.9% |
Event Venue
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 $5,963 - $7,289, which is about 22.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,963 - $7,289 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$556 - $680 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,080 - $1,320 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,935 - $4,809 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$392 - $480 |
1.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,893 - $2,313. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,893 - $2,313 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$585 - $715 |
2.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$262 - $320 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$738 - $902 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$142 - $174 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $408 - $498.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$408 - $498 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $176 - $216. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$176 - $216 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,031 - $1,260, which is about 3.9% 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 $622 - $760, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,159 - $7,527 |
23.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,506 - $5,508 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,031 - $1,260 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$622 - $760 |
2.4% |
Officiant
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% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $822 - $1,004.
| Other Events Cost |
$822 - $1,004 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$822 - $1,004 |
3.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $2,995 - $3,661 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 38 guests spend between $2,615 - $3,196 on wedding photography, which is about 10.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,995 - $3,661 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,615 - $3,196 |
10.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,731 - $2,115. This service accounts for 6.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,731 - $2,115 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,731 - $2,115 |
6.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $516 - $630.
| Transportation Cost |
$516 - $630 |
2.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$516 - $630 |
2.0% |