For a wedding with 175 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $39,478 - $48,250. 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 $251. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,478 - $48,250.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,478 - $48,250 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 $217 - $265. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $234 - $286.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,277 - $1,561. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,829 - $2,235 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,277 - $1,561 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Houston TX is $632 - $772. 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 |
$632 - $772 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$632 - $772 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $265 - $323. 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 |
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,646 - $2,012, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,140 - $1,394.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,646 - $2,012 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,140 - $1,394 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$506 - $618 |
1.3% |
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 $18,615 - $22,751, which is about 47.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,615 - $22,751 |
47.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,245 - $3,966 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,256 - $7,646 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,804 - $8,316 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,310 - $2,824 |
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 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,363 - $4,111 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$590 - $721 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$477 - $583 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$729 - $891 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$793 - $969 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$507 - $619 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,080 - $1,320.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,080 - $1,320 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$526 - $642 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$322 - $394 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,206 - $1,474. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,206 - $1,474 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $727 - $889, which is about 1.8% 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 $441 - $539, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,168 - $1,428 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$727 - $889 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$441 - $539 |
1.1% |
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% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $840 - $1,026.
| Other Events Cost |
$840 - $1,026 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$840 - $1,026 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,555 - $4,345 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 175 guests spend between $3,239 - $3,959 on wedding photography, which is about 8.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,555 - $4,345 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$316 - $386 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,239 - $3,959 |
8.2% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $3,660 - $4,474. This service accounts for 9.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,660 - $4,474 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,660 - $4,474 |
9.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $963 - $1,177.
| Transportation Cost |
$963 - $1,177 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$963 - $1,177 |
2.4% |