For a wedding with 175 guests in the Alexander City AL, the estimated total cost is around $41,014 - $50,128. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Alexander City AL is approximately $260. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,014 - $50,128.
The average wedding cost in Alexander City AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,014 - $50,128 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Orange Beach AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $460 - $562. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $475 - $581.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,150 - $1,406 |
2.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$460 - $562 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$215 - $263 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$475 - $581 |
1.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Alexander City AL is $712 - $870. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Alexander City AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$712 - $870 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$712 - $870 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Alexander City AL is $209 - $255. 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 |
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,385 - $1,693, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Alexander City AL area is $958 - $1,170.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,385 - $1,693 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$958 - $1,170 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$428 - $523 |
1.0% |
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 Alexander City AL, you should budget approximately $20,643 - $25,231, which is about 50.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,643 - $25,231 |
50.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,008 - $4,898 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,667 - $9,371 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,197 - $7,575 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,771 - $3,387 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,126 - $6,266. This accounts for roughly 12.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,126 - $6,266 |
12.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$401 - $490 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$612 - $748 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$990 - $1,210 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$641 - $783 |
1.6% |
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 $980 - $1,198.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$980 - $1,198 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$659 - $805 |
1.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,416 - $1,730, which is about 3.5% 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 $893 - $1,091, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,309 - $2,822 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,416 - $1,730 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$893 - $1,091 |
2.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Alexander City AL area is $212 - $259. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $709 - $867.
| Other Events Cost |
$709 - $867 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$709 - $867 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Alexander City AL spend between $4,661 - $5,697 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Alexander City AL with 175 guests spend between $2,215 - $2,707 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Alexander City AL is $1,690 - $2,066. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,661 - $5,697 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$397 - $485 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$359 - $439 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,215 - $2,707 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,690 - $2,066 |
4.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Alexander City AL is estimated to be $1,409 - $1,722. This service accounts for 3.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,409 - $1,722 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,409 - $1,722 |
3.4% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,509 - $1,845.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,509 - $1,845 |
3.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$438 - $536 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,071 - $1,309 |
2.6% |