For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston , the estimated total cost is around $35,279 - $43,119. 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 $314. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,279 - $43,119.
The average wedding cost in Houston is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,279 - $43,119 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $266 - $326. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $275 - $337.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,511 - $1,847. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,177 - $2,661 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$275 - $337 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,511 - $1,847 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston is $415 - $507. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston is $249 - $305. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,571 - $1,920, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston area is $1,085 - $1,327.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,571 - $1,920 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,085 - $1,327 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$485 - $593 |
1.4% |
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 , you should budget approximately $15,032 - $18,372, which is about 42.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,032 - $18,372 |
42.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,696 - $3,295 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,157 - $6,303 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,569 - $6,807 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,610 - $1,968 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,887 - $3,529. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,887 - $3,529 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$475 - $581 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$541 - $661 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$702 - $858 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$577 - $705 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $458 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $671 - $821.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$671 - $821 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$382 - $466 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,202 - $1,470. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,202 - $1,470 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$198 - $242 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$311 - $380 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $182 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $851 - $1,040, which is about 2.4% 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 $536 - $656, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,027 - $2,477 |
5.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$248 - $304 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$851 - $1,040 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$536 - $656 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $804 - $982.
| Other Events Cost |
$804 - $982 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$804 - $982 |
2.3% |
On average, couples in Houston spend between $5,216 - $6,375 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston with 125 guests spend between $2,512 - $3,070 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston is $1,918 - $2,344. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,216 - $6,375 |
14.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,512 - $3,070 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,918 - $2,344 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston is estimated to be $1,598 - $1,953. This service accounts for 4.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,598 - $1,953 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,598 - $1,953 |
4.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,180 - $1,442.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,180 - $1,442 |
3.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
1.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$659 - $805 |
1.9% |