For a wedding with 127 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $38,804 - $47,428. 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 $259. With a guest count of 127, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,804 - $47,428.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,804 - $47,428 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 $357 - $437. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $369 - $451.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,033 - $2,485. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,927 - $3,577 |
7.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$357 - $437 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$369 - $451 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,033 - $2,485 |
5.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 127 guests in Houston TX is $524 - $640. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$524 - $640 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$524 - $640 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $253 - $309. 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 |
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,592 - $1,946, which is 4.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,101 - $1,345.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,592 - $1,946 |
4.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,101 - $1,345 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$491 - $601 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 127 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $15,897 - $19,429, which is about 41.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,897 - $19,429 |
41.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,865 - $3,501 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,481 - $6,699 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,569 - $6,807 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,982 - $2,422 |
5.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,897 - $4,763. This accounts for roughly 10.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,897 - $4,763 |
10.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$229 - $279 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,147 - $1,401 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 127 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $794 - $970.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$794 - $970 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$470 - $574 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,012 - $1,236. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,012 - $1,236 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,091 - $1,333, which is about 2.8% 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 $689 - $842, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,599 - $3,177 |
6.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$319 - $389 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$689 - $842 |
1.8% |
Officiant
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $815 - $996.
| Other Events Cost |
$815 - $996 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$815 - $996 |
2.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,317 - $6,499 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 127 guests spend between $2,546 - $3,112 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $1,944 - $2,376. This makes up a portion of your (5.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,317 - $6,499 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,546 - $3,112 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,944 - $2,376 |
5.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,619 - $1,979. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,619 - $1,979 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,619 - $1,979 |
4.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,309 - $1,599.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,309 - $1,599 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$788 - $963 |
2.0% |