Planning a wedding? This is your personalized wedding budget estimate based on a guest count of 150 to 200 people and an average wedding cost of $29,370 - $35,896. Below, we've answered the most common questions about wedding costs to help you understand how this budget breaks down across different categories, from the venue to the photographer. Use these estimates to guide your planning and vendor selection.
| Wedding Budget: $29,370 - $35,896 |
| Lives in: Houston TX |
| Season: Fall Wedding in 2026 |
| How many guests: This estimate is based on having 175 guests with a range of 150 to 200 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $168 - $205 to the total amount spent. |
| The ceremony and reception will be at the same location |
| Wedding Location: a private residence |
| Type of wedding: Beach, Romantic, Traditional |
| Wedding color theme: White |
Highest priorities:
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| Category | Estimated Cost | Percent of Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Attire & Accessories | $2,516 - $3,076 | 8.6% |
| Bakery | $650 - $794 | 2.2% |
| Beauty & Spa | $263 - $321 | 0.9% |
| Event Venue | $18,961 - $23,175 | 64.6% |
| Gifts & Favors | $892 - $1,090 | 3.0% |
| Other Events | $808 - $988 | 2.8% |
| Photography & Video | $5,279 - $6,453 | 18.0% |
| Attire & Accessories Cost | $2,516 - $3,076 | 8.6% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase | $387 - $473 | 1.3% | |
| Wedding Dress | $2,129 - $2,603 | 7.3% | |
| Bakery Cost | $650 - $794 | 2.2% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedding Cake/dessert | $650 - $794 | 2.2% | |
| Event Venue Cost | $18,961 - $23,175 | 64.6% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wedding Venue Bar Service | $3,459 - $4,227 | 11.8% | |
| Wedding Venue Food Service | $6,618 - $8,088 | 22.5% | |
| Wedding Venue Location | $6,492 - $7,934 | 22.1% | |
| Wedding Venue Rentals | $2,393 - $2,925 | 8.1% | |
| Photography & Video Cost | $5,279 - $6,453 | 18.0% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engagement Session | $401 - $490 | 1.4% | |
| Photo Booth | $427 - $521 | 1.5% | |
| Wedding Photographer | $2,525 - $3,086 | 8.6% | |
| Wedding Videographer | $1,928 - $2,356 | 6.6% | |
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The average cost of a wedding is based on real spending reported by couples, not vendor price lists. It includes both new and used items, and services provided by professionals, independent providers, or even friends and family. Every wedding is unique, and what couples spend can vary widely depending on their preferences and circumstances.
