For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $19,444 - $23,764. 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 $569. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $19,444 - $23,764.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $19,444 - $23,764 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Pearland TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $363 - $443. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $374 - $458.
In Pearland TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,059 - $2,517. This represents about 10.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,966 - $3,626 |
15.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$363 - $443 |
1.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$170 - $208 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$374 - $458 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,059 - $2,517 |
10.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston TX is $118 - $144. 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 |
$118 - $144 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$118 - $144 |
0.6% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,578 - $1,928, which is 8.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,091 - $1,333.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,578 - $1,928 |
8.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,091 - $1,333 |
5.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$487 - $595 |
2.5% |
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 $5,075 - $6,203, which is about 26.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,075 - $6,203 |
26.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$635 - $777 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,216 - $1,486 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,785 - $3,403 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$439 - $537 |
2.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,533 - $1,873. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,533 - $1,873 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$491 - $601 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$225 - $275 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$722 - $882 |
3.7% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $490 - $598.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$490 - $598 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$138 - $168 |
0.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$190 - $232 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$104 - $128 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $173 - $211. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$173 - $211 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$34 - $42 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$16 - $20 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,106 - $1,352, which is about 5.7% 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 $698 - $853, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,804 - $2,204 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,106 - $1,352 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$698 - $853 |
3.6% |
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 |
1.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
1.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $808 - $988.
| Other Events Cost |
$808 - $988 |
4.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$808 - $988 |
4.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$397 - $485 |
2.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$397 - $485 |
2.0% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $4,252 - $5,196 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 38 guests spend between $3,028 - $3,700 on wedding photography, which is about 15.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,252 - $5,196 |
21.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$405 - $495 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$819 - $1,001 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,028 - $3,700 |
15.6% |