For a wedding with 38 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $21,872 - $26,732. 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 $640. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,872 - $26,732.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,872 - $26,732 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Sugar Land TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $279 - $341. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $296 - $362.
In Sugar Land TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,674 - $2,046. This represents about 7.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,373 - $2,901 |
10.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$296 - $362 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,674 - $2,046 |
7.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Houston TX is $116 - $142. 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 |
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$116 - $142 |
0.5% |
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 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$248 - $303 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,573 - $1,923, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,094 - $1,338.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,573 - $1,923 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,094 - $1,338 |
5.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$479 - $585 |
2.2% |
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 $5,019 - $6,135, which is about 22.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,019 - $6,135 |
22.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$585 - $715 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,138 - $1,390 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,884 - $3,524 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$413 - $505 |
1.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,783 - $2,179. This accounts for roughly 8.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,783 - $2,179 |
8.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$540 - $660 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$675 - $825 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$145 - $177 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$109 - $133 |
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 $382 - $466.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$382 - $466 |
1.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$134 - $164 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$48 - $58 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $162 - $198. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$162 - $198 |
0.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $918 - $1,122, which is about 4.2% 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 $546 - $668, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,503 - $6,725 |
25.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,038 - $4,936 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$918 - $1,122 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$546 - $668 |
2.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Houston TX area is $257 - $315. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$257 - $315 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$257 - $315 |
1.2% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $821 - $1,003.
| Other Events Cost |
$821 - $1,003 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$821 - $1,003 |
3.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$414 - $506 |
1.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$414 - $506 |
1.9% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,221 - $3,937 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 38 guests spend between $3,221 - $3,937 on wedding photography, which is about 14.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,221 - $3,937 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,221 - $3,937 |
14.7% |