For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $61,087 - $74,661. 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 $543. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,087 - $74,661.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,087 - $74,661 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $652 - $796. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $701 - $857.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,880 - $4,742. This represents about 6.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,528 - $6,756 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$652 - $796 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$295 - $361 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$701 - $857 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,880 - $4,742 |
6.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston TX is $455 - $557. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$455 - $557 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$455 - $557 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $257 - $315. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,031 - $8,593, which is 11.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,364 - $1,667.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,834 - $4,686 which is 6.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,031 - $8,593 |
11.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,364 - $1,667 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$603 - $737 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,834 - $4,686 |
6.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,230 - $1,504 |
2.0% |
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 $16,000 - $19,556, which is about 26.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,000 - $19,556 |
26.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,390 - $2,922 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,642 - $5,674 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,282 - $8,900 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,686 - $2,060 |
2.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,983 - $3,645. This accounts for roughly 4.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,983 - $3,645 |
4.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$593 - $725 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$266 - $325 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$847 - $1,035 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$577 - $705 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$368 - $450 |
0.6% |
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 $923 - $1,129.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$923 - $1,129 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$385 - $471 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $770 - $942. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$770 - $942 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$134 - $164 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$66 - $80 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,992 - $2,434, which is about 3.3% 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 $1,202 - $1,469, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$13,336 - $16,300 |
21.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$441 - $539 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$434 - $530 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,708 - $10,643 |
14.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$561 - $685 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,992 - $2,434 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,202 - $1,469 |
2.0% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $989 - $1,209.
| Other Events Cost |
$989 - $1,209 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$989 - $1,209 |
1.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$404 - $494 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $7,283 - $8,901 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $3,147 - $3,847 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,414 - $2,950. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,283 - $8,901 |
11.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$423 - $517 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$559 - $683 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,147 - $3,847 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,414 - $2,950 |
4.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $4,358 - $5,326. This service accounts for 7.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,358 - $5,326 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,358 - $5,326 |
7.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $516 - $630.
| Transportation Cost |
$516 - $630 |
0.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$516 - $630 |
0.8% |