For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston TX, the estimated total cost is around $46,015 - $56,241. 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 $409. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,015 - $56,241.
The average wedding cost in Houston TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,015 - $56,241 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $721 - $881.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,025 - $1,253 |
2.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$304 - $372 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$721 - $881 |
1.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston TX is $509 - $622. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$509 - $622 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$509 - $622 |
1.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,675 - $6,937, which is 12.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston TX area is $1,393 - $1,703.
For a live band, couples in Houston TX typically budget around $3,681 - $4,499 which is 8.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,675 - $6,937 |
12.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,393 - $1,703 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$601 - $735 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,681 - $4,499 |
8.0% |
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 $17,851 - $21,817, which is about 38.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,851 - $21,817 |
38.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,633 - $3,218 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,121 - $6,259 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,920 - $9,680 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,177 - $2,661 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,122 - $3,816. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,122 - $3,816 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$572 - $700 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$419 - $513 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$641 - $783 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$396 - $484 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $991 - $1,211.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$991 - $1,211 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$166 - $202 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$428 - $523 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$267 - $327 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $886 - $1,082. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$886 - $1,082 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$150 - $184 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,178 - $2,662, which is about 4.7% 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 $1,298 - $1,586, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,476 - $4,248 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,178 - $2,662 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,298 - $1,586 |
2.8% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,067 - $1,305.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Houston TX spend between $5,465 - $6,679 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston TX with 125 guests spend between $3,155 - $3,856 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Houston TX is $2,310 - $2,824. This makes up a portion of your (5.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,465 - $6,679 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,155 - $3,856 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,310 - $2,824 |
5.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Houston TX is estimated to be $4,637 - $5,667. This service accounts for 10.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,637 - $5,667 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,637 - $5,667 |
10.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $647 - $791.
| Transportation Cost |
$647 - $791 |
1.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$647 - $791 |
1.4% |