For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston, Texas, the estimated total cost is around $30,279 - $37,007. 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, Texas is approximately $269. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,279 - $37,007.
The average wedding cost in Houston, Texas is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,279 - $37,007 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 $293 - $359. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $316 - $386.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,729 - $2,113. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,474 - $3,024 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$293 - $359 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$316 - $386 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,729 - $2,113 |
5.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston, Texas is $356 - $435. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Houston, Texas area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$356 - $435 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$356 - $435 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston, Texas is $228 - $278. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$228 - $278 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,416 - $1,730, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston, Texas area is $981 - $1,199.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,416 - $1,730 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$981 - $1,199 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$435 - $531 |
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, Texas, you should budget approximately $12,533 - $15,319, which is about 41.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,533 - $15,319 |
41.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,948 - $2,380 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,756 - $4,590 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,443 - $6,653 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,387 - $1,695 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,165 - $2,647. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,165 - $2,647 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$441 - $539 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$219 - $267 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$574 - $702 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$446 - $545 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$285 - $349 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $763 - $933.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$763 - $933 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$172 - $210 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$316 - $386 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$148 - $180 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $556 - $680. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$556 - $680 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$43 - $53 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$65 - $79 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $970 - $1,186, which is about 3.2% 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 $589 - $719, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,772 - $7,054 |
19.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,213 - $5,149 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$970 - $1,186 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$589 - $719 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston, Texas area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $722 - $882.
| Other Events Cost |
$722 - $882 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$722 - $882 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Houston, Texas spend between $2,638 - $3,224 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston, Texas with 125 guests spend between $2,229 - $2,725 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,638 - $3,224 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$409 - $499 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,229 - $2,725 |
7.4% |