For a wedding with 175 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $43,273 - $52,889. 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 $275. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $43,273 - $52,889.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $43,273 - $52,889 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Houston TX is $656 - $802. 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 |
$656 - $802 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$656 - $802 |
1.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,684 - $8,170, which is 15.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,315 - $1,607.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,600 - $4,400 which is 8.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,684 - $8,170 |
15.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,315 - $1,607 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$583 - $713 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,600 - $4,400 |
8.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,186 - $1,450 |
2.7% |
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 $23,994 - $29,326, which is about 55.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$23,994 - $29,326 |
55.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,609 - $4,411 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,958 - $8,504 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,858 - $13,270 |
25.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,570 - $3,141 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,363 - $4,111. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,363 - $4,111 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$554 - $678 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$252 - $308 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$442 - $540 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$765 - $935 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$527 - $644 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $884 - $1,080.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$884 - $1,080 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$585 - $715 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,116 - $1,364. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,116 - $1,364 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$132 - $162 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $253 - $309. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,319 - $4,057 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 175 guests spend between $2,989 - $3,653 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,319 - $4,057 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$330 - $404 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,989 - $3,653 |
6.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $2,040 - $2,494. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,040 - $2,494 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,040 - $2,494 |
4.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $963 - $1,177.
| Transportation Cost |
$963 - $1,177 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$963 - $1,177 |
2.2% |