For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $37,973 - $46,411. 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 $338. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,973 - $46,411.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,973 - $46,411 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 $253 - $309. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $273 - $333.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,492 - $1,824. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,136 - $2,610 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$273 - $333 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,492 - $1,824 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston TX is $446 - $545. 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 |
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$446 - $545 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston TX is $207 - $253. 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 |
$207 - $253 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,264 - $6,434, which is 13.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,259 - $1,539.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,447 - $4,213 which is 9.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,264 - $6,434 |
13.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,259 - $1,539 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$558 - $682 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,447 - $4,213 |
9.1% |
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 $17,024 - $20,808, which is about 44.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,024 - $20,808 |
44.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,555 - $5,567 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,425 - $10,297 |
22.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,682 - $2,056 |
4.4% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $833 - $1,018.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$833 - $1,018 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$142 - $174 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $468 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $873 - $1,067. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $839 - $1,025, which is about 2.2% 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 $509 - $622, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,417 - $6,621 |
14.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,643 - $4,453 |
9.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$839 - $1,025 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$509 - $622 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $3,199 - $3,909 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $2,861 - $3,497 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,199 - $3,909 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $413 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,861 - $3,497 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Houston TX is estimated to be $1,954 - $2,388. This service accounts for 5.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,954 - $2,388 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,954 - $2,388 |
5.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $621 - $759.
| Transportation Cost |
$621 - $759 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$621 - $759 |
1.6% |