For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston, the estimated total cost is around $30,258 - $36,982. 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 is approximately $885. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,258 - $36,982.
The average wedding cost in Houston is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,258 - $36,982 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $422 - $516. 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 $455 - $557.
In Spring TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,486 - $3,038. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,560 - $4,351 |
11.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$422 - $516 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$455 - $557 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,486 - $3,038 |
8.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston is $137 - $167. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Houston area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$137 - $167 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston is $275 - $337. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$275 - $337 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,123 - $2,595, which is 7.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston area is $1,472 - $1,799.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,123 - $2,595 |
7.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,472 - $1,799 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$652 - $796 |
2.2% |
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, you should budget approximately $7,523 - $9,195, which is about 24.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,523 - $9,195 |
24.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$741 - $905 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,428 - $1,746 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,827 - $5,899 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$527 - $645 |
1.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,051 - $2,507. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,051 - $2,507 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$572 - $700 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$260 - $318 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$844 - $1,032 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$172 - $210 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$110 - $134 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $464 - $567.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$464 - $567 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $226 - $276. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$226 - $276 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$35 - $43 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,418 - $1,734, which is about 4.7% 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 $860 - $1,052, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,434 - $10,308 |
27.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,155 - $7,523 |
20.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,418 - $1,734 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$860 - $1,052 |
2.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,083 - $1,323.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,083 - $1,323 |
3.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,083 - $1,323 |
3.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Houston spend between $3,727 - $4,555 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston with 38 guests spend between $3,344 - $4,087 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,727 - $4,555 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$383 - $469 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,344 - $4,087 |
11.0% |