For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $40,673 - $49,711. 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 $362. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,673 - $49,711.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,673 - $49,711 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 $252 - $308. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $272 - $332.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,483 - $1,813. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,124 - $2,596 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$272 - $332 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,483 - $1,813 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston TX is $456 - $558. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$456 - $558 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$456 - $558 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $267 - $327. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,926 - $2,354, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,335 - $1,631.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,926 - $2,354 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,335 - $1,631 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$591 - $723 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $17,032 - $20,816, which is about 41.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,032 - $20,816 |
41.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,900 - $3,544 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,592 - $6,834 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,777 - $8,283 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,763 - $2,155 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,839 - $3,469. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,839 - $3,469 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$558 - $682 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$308 - $376 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$780 - $954 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$572 - $700 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$366 - $448 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $856 - $1,046.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$856 - $1,046 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $771 - $943. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$771 - $943 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $860 - $1,051, which is about 2.1% 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 $521 - $637, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,109 - $6,245 |
12.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,729 - $4,557 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$860 - $1,051 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$521 - $637 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $983 - $1,201.
| Other Events Cost |
$983 - $1,201 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,369 - $4,117 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $3,034 - $3,708 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,369 - $4,117 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$335 - $409 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,034 - $3,708 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $4,285 - $5,237. This service accounts for 10.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,285 - $5,237 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,285 - $5,237 |
10.5% |