For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston, TX, the estimated total cost is around $21,866 - $26,725. 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 $639. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,866 - $26,725.
The average wedding cost in Houston, TX is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,866 - $26,725 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 $306 - $374. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $329 - $403.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,825 - $2,231. This represents about 8.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,599 - $3,177 |
11.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$306 - $374 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$139 - $169 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$329 - $403 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,825 - $2,231 |
8.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $257 - $314. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$257 - $314 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,508 - $1,843, which is 6.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,508 - $1,843 |
6.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$496 - $606 |
2.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,012 - $1,236 |
4.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Houston, TX, you should budget approximately $4,234 - $5,174, which is about 19.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,234 - $5,174 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,775 - $3,391 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$389 - $475 |
1.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,888 - $2,308. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,888 - $2,308 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$574 - $702 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $314 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$716 - $875 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$163 - $199 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$104 - $127 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $400 - $488.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$150 - $184 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$89 - $109 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $179 - $219. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$179 - $219 |
0.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$47 - $57 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $954 - $1,166, which is about 4.4% 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 $574 - $702, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,695 - $6,961 |
26.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,167 - $5,093 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$954 - $1,166 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$574 - $702 |
2.6% |
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 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $813 - $993.
| Other Events Cost |
$813 - $993 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$813 - $993 |
3.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
1.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston, TX spend between $3,637 - $4,445 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston, TX with 38 guests spend between $3,267 - $3,993 on wedding photography, which is about 14.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,637 - $4,445 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,267 - $3,993 |
14.9% |