For a wedding with 175 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $46,834 - $57,242. 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 $297. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,834 - $57,242.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,834 - $57,242 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 $257 - $315. 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 $277 - $339.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,515 - $1,851. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,168 - $2,650 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,515 - $1,851 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Houston TX is $625 - $763. 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 |
$625 - $763 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$625 - $763 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $248 - $303. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,999 - $6,109, which is 10.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,195 - $1,461.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,273 - $4,001 which is 7.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,999 - $6,109 |
10.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$530 - $648 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,273 - $4,001 |
7.0% |
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 $22,857 - $27,937, which is about 48.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,857 - $27,937 |
48.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,360 - $4,106 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,477 - $7,917 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,629 - $12,991 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,391 - $2,923 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,183 - $3,891. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,183 - $3,891 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$522 - $638 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$420 - $514 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$718 - $878 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$784 - $958 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$501 - $613 |
1.1% |
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 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$545 - $666 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$284 - $347 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,058 - $1,294. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,058 - $1,294 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$178 - $218 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $850 - $1,038, 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 $516 - $630, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,057 - $6,181 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,692 - $4,512 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$516 - $630 |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $879 - $1,075.
| Other Events Cost |
$879 - $1,075 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$879 - $1,075 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $4,024 - $4,918 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 175 guests spend between $2,717 - $3,321 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,024 - $4,918 |
8.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$417 - $509 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$546 - $668 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,717 - $3,321 |
5.8% |