For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston , the estimated total cost is around $35,279 - $43,119. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across 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.
Attire & Accessories
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% |
Bakery
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% |
Entertainment
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% |
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 , 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% |
Flowers & Decorations
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 Decorations
|
$702 - $858 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$577 - $705 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$374 - $458 |
1.1% |
Invitations
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% |
Jewelry
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% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX 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. That's about 5.4% of your total budget.
| 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% |
Planner/Coordinator
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% |
