For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $22,842 - $27,918. 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 $668. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,842 - $27,918.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,842 - $27,918 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $583 - $713.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,210 - $3,924. This represents about 14.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,794 - $4,637 |
16.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$583 - $713 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,210 - $3,924 |
14.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston TX is $127 - $155. 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 |
$127 - $155 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$127 - $155 |
0.6% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,636 - $2,000, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,131 - $1,383.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,636 - $2,000 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,131 - $1,383 |
5.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$505 - $617 |
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 TX, you should budget approximately $6,065 - $7,413, which is about 26.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,065 - $7,413 |
26.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$656 - $802 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,256 - $1,535 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,700 - $4,522 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$454 - $554 |
2.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,023 - $2,473. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,023 - $2,473 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $644 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$241 - $295 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$179 - $219 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$785 - $959 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$176 - $216 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,591 - $1,945, which is about 7.0% 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 $1,004 - $1,227, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,595 - $3,171 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,591 - $1,945 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,004 - $1,227 |
4.4% |
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 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $838 - $1,024.
| Other Events Cost |
$838 - $1,024 |
3.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$838 - $1,024 |
3.7% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,513 - $6,739 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 38 guests spend between $2,617 - $3,199 on wedding photography, which is about 11.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $1,998 - $2,442. This makes up a portion of your (8.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,513 - $6,739 |
24.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$472 - $576 |
2.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,617 - $3,199 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,998 - $2,442 |
8.7% |