For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $34,743 - $42,463. 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 $309. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,743 - $42,463.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,743 - $42,463 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 $319 - $389. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $343 - $419.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,896 - $2,318. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,702 - $3,302 |
7.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$319 - $389 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$343 - $419 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,896 - $2,318 |
5.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston TX is $410 - $502. 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 |
$410 - $502 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$410 - $502 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $262 - $320. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$262 - $320 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,744 - $2,132, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,210 - $1,478.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,744 - $2,132 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,210 - $1,478 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$535 - $653 |
1.5% |
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 $13,971 - $17,075, which is about 40.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,971 - $17,075 |
40.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,174 - $2,657 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,221 - $5,159 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,044 - $7,387 |
17.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,533 - $1,873 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,709 - $3,311. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,709 - $3,311 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$574 - $702 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $314 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$747 - $913 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$519 - $635 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$331 - $405 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $797 - $975.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$797 - $975 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$350 - $428 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $669 - $817. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$669 - $817 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,022 - $1,250, which is about 2.9% 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 $616 - $752, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,104 - $7,460 |
17.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,466 - $5,458 |
12.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,022 - $1,250 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$616 - $752 |
1.8% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $877 - $1,071.
| Other Events Cost |
$877 - $1,071 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$877 - $1,071 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,841 - $4,695 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $3,471 - $4,243 on wedding photography, which is about 10.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,841 - $4,695 |
11.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,471 - $4,243 |
10.0% |