For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $24,968 - $30,516. 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 $730. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,968 - $30,516.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,968 - $30,516 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 $365 - $447. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $377 - $461.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,078 - $2,540. This represents about 8.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,992 - $3,656 |
12.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $447 |
1.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$377 - $461 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,078 - $2,540 |
8.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston TX is $122 - $149. 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 |
$122 - $149 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$122 - $149 |
0.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $255 - $311. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$255 - $311 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,603 - $1,959, which is 6.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,108 - $1,354.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,603 - $1,959 |
6.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,108 - $1,354 |
4.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$495 - $605 |
2.0% |
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 $5,096 - $6,228, which is about 20.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,096 - $6,228 |
20.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$644 - $788 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,232 - $1,506 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,774 - $3,390 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$446 - $545 |
1.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,386 - $2,916. This accounts for roughly 9.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,386 - $2,916 |
9.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$513 - $627 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,170 - $1,430 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$264 - $322 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$204 - $250 |
0.8% |
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 $429 - $525.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$188 - $230 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $735 - $899. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$735 - $899 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$125 - $153 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,099 - $1,343, 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 $693 - $847, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,617 - $3,199 |
10.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$253 - $309 |
1.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$252 - $308 |
1.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$320 - $392 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$693 - $847 |
2.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
1.0% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $820 - $1,002.
| Other Events Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$820 - $1,002 |
3.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,348 - $6,536 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 38 guests spend between $2,563 - $3,133 on wedding photography, which is about 10.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $1,958 - $2,393. This makes up a portion of your (7.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,348 - $6,536 |
21.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $490 |
1.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,563 - $3,133 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,958 - $2,393 |
7.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,630 - $1,992. This service accounts for 6.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,630 - $1,992 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,630 - $1,992 |
6.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $685 - $837.
| Transportation Cost |
$685 - $837 |
2.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
2.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$164 - $200 |
0.7% |