For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston, TX, the estimated total cost is around $33,618 - $41,088. 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 $299. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,618 - $41,088.
The average wedding cost in Houston, TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,618 - $41,088 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $277 - $339. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Dallas TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,630 - $1,992. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,907 - $2,331 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$277 - $339 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,630 - $1,992 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston, TX is $404 - $494. 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 |
$404 - $494 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$404 - $494 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston, TX is $258 - $316. 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 |
$258 - $316 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,154 - $5,078, which is 12.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Houston, TX typically budget around $3,125 - $3,819 which is 9.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,154 - $5,078 |
12.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,125 - $3,819 |
9.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,030 - $1,258 |
3.1% |
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, TX, you should budget approximately $15,710 - $19,202, which is about 46.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,710 - $19,202 |
46.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,154 - $2,632 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,152 - $5,074 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,871 - $9,621 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,534 - $1,874 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,571 - $3,143. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,571 - $3,143 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$537 - $657 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$272 - $332 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$688 - $840 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$507 - $619 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$324 - $396 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $500 - $612.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$500 - $612 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$349 - $427 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $435 - $531. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$435 - $531 |
1.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$171 - $209 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $903 - $1,103, which is about 2.7% 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 $547 - $669, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,450 - $1,772 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$903 - $1,103 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$547 - $669 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston, TX area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $841 - $1,027.
| Other Events Cost |
$841 - $1,027 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$841 - $1,027 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$407 - $497 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$407 - $497 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Houston, TX spend between $2,954 - $3,610 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston, TX with 125 guests spend between $2,595 - $3,171 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,954 - $3,610 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,595 - $3,171 |
7.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston, TX is estimated to be $1,771 - $2,165. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,771 - $2,165 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,771 - $2,165 |
5.3% |