For a wedding with 175 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $38,320 - $46,836. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Birmingham AL is approximately $243. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,320 - $46,836.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,320 - $46,836 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $160 - $196. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $172 - $210.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $952 - $1,164. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,356 - $1,658 |
3.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$952 - $1,164 |
2.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Birmingham AL is $563 - $688. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Birmingham AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$563 - $688 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$563 - $688 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $217 - $265. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,123 - $2,595, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $905 - $1,107.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,123 - $2,595 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$905 - $1,107 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$817 - $999 |
2.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $17,261 - $21,097, which is about 45.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,261 - $21,097 |
45.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,111 - $3,803 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,041 - $7,383 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,916 - $7,230 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,193 - $2,681 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,716 - $3,320. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,716 - $3,320 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$428 - $524 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$534 - $652 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$711 - $869 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$454 - $554 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $977 - $1,194.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,194 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$500 - $612 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$264 - $322 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $988 - $1,208. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$988 - $1,208 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$245 - $299 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$145 - $177 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $563 - $689, which is about 1.5% 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 $340 - $416, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,368 - $4,116 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,464 - $3,012 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$563 - $689 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$340 - $416 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Birmingham AL area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $657 - $803.
| Other Events Cost |
$657 - $803 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$657 - $803 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$366 - $448 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $4,605 - $5,629 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 175 guests spend between $2,436 - $2,978 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,868 - $2,284. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,605 - $5,629 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$301 - $367 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,436 - $2,978 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,868 - $2,284 |
4.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $2,894 - $3,538. This service accounts for 7.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,894 - $3,538 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,894 - $3,538 |
7.6% |