For a wedding with 125 guests in the Houston, TX, the estimated total cost is around $31,568 - $38,583. 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 $281. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,568 - $38,583.
The average wedding cost in Houston, TX is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,568 - $38,583 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 $222 - $272. 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 $240 - $294.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,312 - $1,604. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,878 - $2,296 |
6.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$222 - $272 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,312 - $1,604 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Houston, TX is $410 - $501. 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 |
$410 - $501 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$410 - $501 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Houston, TX is $266 - $325. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$266 - $325 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,656 - $2,024, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Houston, TX area is $1,148 - $1,403.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,656 - $2,024 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,148 - $1,403 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$509 - $622 |
1.6% |
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 $13,437 - $16,423, which is about 42.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,437 - $16,423 |
42.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,196 - $2,684 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,235 - $5,176 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,443 - $6,653 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,563 - $1,911 |
5.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,635 - $3,221. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,635 - $3,221 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$549 - $671 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$249 - $305 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$306 - $374 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$687 - $839 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$515 - $629 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$329 - $403 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $801 - $979.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$801 - $979 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$137 - $167 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$356 - $435 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$207 - $253 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $898 - $1,098. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$898 - $1,098 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$193 - $235 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $771 - $943, which is about 2.4% 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 $468 - $572, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,153 - $6,299 |
16.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$173 - $211 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,350 - $4,094 |
10.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$220 - $268 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$771 - $943 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$468 - $572 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$253 - $309 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $844 - $1,032.
| Other Events Cost |
$844 - $1,032 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$844 - $1,032 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$403 - $493 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Houston, TX spend between $2,933 - $3,585 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Houston, TX with 125 guests spend between $2,608 - $3,188 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,933 - $3,585 |
9.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$325 - $397 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,608 - $3,188 |
8.3% |