For a wedding with 175 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $47,448 - $57,992. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $301. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,448 - $57,992.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,448 - $57,992 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $289 - $353. 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 $311 - $381.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,701 - $2,079. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,435 - $2,976 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$311 - $381 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,701 - $2,079 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Houston TX is $696 - $850. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$696 - $850 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$696 - $850 |
1.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,459 - $1,783, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,011 - $1,235.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,459 - $1,783 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$448 - $548 |
0.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $20,463 - $25,011, which is about 43.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,463 - $25,011 |
43.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,739 - $4,569 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,206 - $8,808 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,858 - $8,382 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,660 - $3,252 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,313 - $4,049. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,313 - $4,049 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$452 - $552 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$205 - $251 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$655 - $801 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$939 - $1,147 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$600 - $734 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,151 - $1,407. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,151 - $1,407 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$290 - $354 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $932 - $1,140, which is about 2.0% 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 $565 - $691, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,546 - $6,778 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,048 - $4,948 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$932 - $1,140 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$565 - $691 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,296 - $6,472 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 175 guests spend between $2,297 - $2,807 on wedding photography, which is about 4.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $1,746 - $2,134. That's about 3.7% of your total budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,296 - $6,472 |
11.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$393 - $481 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$516 - $630 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,297 - $2,807 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,746 - $2,134 |
3.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $3,244 - $3,964. This service accounts for 6.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,244 - $3,964 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,244 - $3,964 |
6.8% |
