For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston, tx, the estimated total cost is around $17,796 - $21,750. 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 $520. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $17,796 - $21,750.
The average wedding cost in Houston, tx is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $17,796 - $21,750 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston, tx is $110 - $134. 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 |
$110 - $134 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$110 - $134 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston, tx is $254 - $310. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$254 - $310 |
1.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,696 - $2,072, which is 9.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston, tx area is $1,175 - $1,437.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,696 - $2,072 |
9.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,175 - $1,437 |
6.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$520 - $636 |
2.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Houston, tx, you should budget approximately $5,361 - $6,553, which is about 30.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,361 - $6,553 |
30.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$574 - $702 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,360 - $1,662 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,022 - $3,694 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$405 - $495 |
2.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,812 - $2,214. This accounts for roughly 10.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,812 - $2,214 |
10.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$546 - $668 |
3.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$245 - $299 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$74 - $90 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$718 - $878 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$140 - $171 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$89 - $109 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $194 - $238.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$194 - $238 |
1.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$93 - $113 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $99 - $121. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$99 - $121 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $17 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$45 - $55 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $477 - $583, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,937 - $4,811 |
22.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,460 - $4,228 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$477 - $583 |
2.7% |
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 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $852 - $1,042.
| Other Events Cost |
$852 - $1,042 |
4.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$852 - $1,042 |
4.8% |
On average, couples in Houston, tx spend between $2,713 - $3,315 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston, tx with 38 guests spend between $2,713 - $3,315 on wedding photography, which is about 15.2% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,713 - $3,315 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,713 - $3,315 |
15.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $516 - $630.
| Transportation Cost |
$516 - $630 |
2.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$516 - $630 |
2.9% |