For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $32,627 - $39,877. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Houston TX is approximately $290. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,627 - $39,877.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,627 - $39,877 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 $374 - $457. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $402 - $492.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,201 - $2,691. This represents about 6.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,150 - $3,850 |
9.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$374 - $457 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$402 - $492 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,201 - $2,691 |
6.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston TX is $356 - $435. 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 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$356 - $435 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$356 - $435 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,416 - $1,730, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $981 - $1,199.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,416 - $1,730 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$981 - $1,199 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$435 - $531 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
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 $12,533 - $15,319, which is about 38.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,533 - $15,319 |
38.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,948 - $2,380 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,756 - $4,590 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,443 - $6,653 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,387 - $1,695 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,139 - $2,615. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,139 - $2,615 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$441 - $539 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$574 - $702 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$446 - $545 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$285 - $349 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $500 - $612. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$500 - $612 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,236 - $1,510, which is about 3.8% 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 $750 - $916, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,350 - $8,984 |
22.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,365 - $6,557 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,236 - $1,510 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$750 - $916 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $2,750 - $3,361 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $2,229 - $2,725 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,750 - $3,361 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$520 - $636 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,229 - $2,725 |
6.8% |
