For a wedding with 175 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $46,950 - $57,384. 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 $298. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,950 - $57,384.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,950 - $57,384 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 $365 - $447. 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 $377 - $461.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,076 - $2,538. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,990 - $3,654 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$365 - $447 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$171 - $209 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$377 - $461 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,076 - $2,538 |
4.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Houston TX is $638 - $780. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$638 - $780 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$638 - $780 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $254 - $310. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$59 - $72 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,601 - $1,957, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,107 - $1,353.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,601 - $1,957 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,107 - $1,353 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$494 - $604 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Houston TX, you should budget approximately $19,565 - $23,913, which is about 41.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,565 - $23,913 |
41.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,497 - $4,274 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,689 - $8,175 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,962 - $8,509 |
14.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,418 - $2,956 |
5.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,854 - $5,932. This accounts for roughly 10.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,854 - $5,932 |
10.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$511 - $625 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,347 - $1,647 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,555 - $1,901 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,205 - $1,473 |
2.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $897 - $1,097.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$897 - $1,097 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$573 - $701 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,959 - $4,839. This is approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,959 - $4,839 |
8.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$660 - $806 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$304 - $372 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.2% |
|
Postage
|
$455 - $557 |
1.0% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$584 - $714 |
1.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$452 - $552 |
1.0% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$468 - $572 |
1.0% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,098 - $1,342, which is about 2.3% 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 $693 - $847, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,615 - $3,197 |
5.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,098 - $1,342 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$693 - $847 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $820 - $1,002.
| Other Events Cost |
$820 - $1,002 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$820 - $1,002 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,344 - $6,532 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 175 guests spend between $2,561 - $3,131 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $1,956 - $2,390. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,344 - $6,532 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$427 - $521 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,561 - $3,131 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,956 - $2,390 |
4.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,628 - $1,990. This service accounts for 3.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,628 - $1,990 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,628 - $1,990 |
3.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,534 - $1,874.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,534 - $1,874 |
3.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$521 - $637 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
2.2% |