For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $45,390 - $55,476. 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 $403. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,390 - $55,476.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,390 - $55,476 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $360 - $440.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,967 - $2,405. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,482 - $3,034 |
5.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$155 - $189 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$360 - $440 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,967 - $2,405 |
4.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $216 - $264. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,309 - $7,711, which is 13.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,360 - $1,662.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,722 - $4,550 which is 8.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,309 - $7,711 |
13.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,360 - $1,662 |
3.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,722 - $4,550 |
8.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
2.7% |
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 $15,377 - $18,794, which is about 33.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,377 - $18,794 |
33.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,937 - $3,589 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,663 - $6,921 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,777 - $8,283 |
14.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,341 - $2,861. This accounts for roughly 5.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,341 - $2,861 |
5.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$579 - $707 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$802 - $980 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$586 - $716 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $458 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $407 - $497.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$407 - $497 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$407 - $497 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $842 - $1,030. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$842 - $1,030 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,105 - $1,351, which is about 2.4% 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 $671 - $820, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,137 - $8,723 |
15.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,800 - $5,866 |
10.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$315 - $385 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,105 - $1,351 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$671 - $820 |
1.5% |
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 $1,001 - $1,223.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,001 - $1,223 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,001 - $1,223 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,637 - $4,445 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $3,091 - $3,777 on wedding photography, which is about 6.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,637 - $4,445 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$546 - $668 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,091 - $3,777 |
6.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $4,364 - $5,334. This service accounts for 9.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,364 - $5,334 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,364 - $5,334 |
9.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $621 - $759.
| Transportation Cost |
$621 - $759 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$621 - $759 |
1.4% |